Step by Step Guide to Building a LearnWorlds API Integration in Python

Introduction

Hey there, fellow code wrangler! Ready to dive into the world of LearnWorlds API integration? This guide will walk you through the process of building a robust integration using Python. LearnWorlds API is a powerful tool that allows you to interact with the platform programmatically, opening up a world of possibilities for customization and automation. Let's get cracking!

Prerequisites

Before we jump in, make sure you've got:

• Python 3.7+
• requests library
• Your LearnWorlds API credentials (API key and school URL)

If you're missing any of these, no worries! A quick pip install or a visit to your LearnWorlds dashboard will sort you out.

Setting Up the Environment

First things first, let's get our environment ready:

pip install requests

Now, let's set up our API authentication:

import requests

API_KEY = 'your_api_key_here'
SCHOOL_URL = 'https://your_school.learnworlds.com'

headers = {
    'Authorization': f'Bearer {API_KEY}',
    'Content-Type': 'application/json'
}

Basic API Interaction

Let's start with a simple GET request to test the waters:

response = requests.get(f'{SCHOOL_URL}/api/v2/users', headers=headers)

if response.status_code == 200:
    users = response.json()
    print(f"Found {len(users)} users")
else:
    print(f"Error: {response.status_code}")

Core API Functionalities

Now that we've got the basics down, let's explore some core functionalities:

Users Management

def create_user(email, username, password):
    data = {
        'email': email,
        'username': username,
        'password': password
    }
    response = requests.post(f'{SCHOOL_URL}/api/v2/users', headers=headers, json=data)
    return response.json()

new_user = create_user('[email protected]', 'newuser', 'securepassword123')
print(f"Created user: {new_user['id']}")

Course Management

def get_courses():
    response = requests.get(f'{SCHOOL_URL}/api/v2/courses', headers=headers)
    return response.json()

courses = get_courses()
for course in courses:
    print(f"Course: {course['title']}")

Enrollment Operations

def enroll_user(user_id, course_id):
    data = {'user_id': user_id, 'course_id': course_id}
    response = requests.post(f'{SCHOOL_URL}/api/v2/enrollments', headers=headers, json=data)
    return response.json()

enrollment = enroll_user(new_user['id'], courses[0]['id'])
print(f"Enrolled user in course: {enrollment['id']}")

Advanced Features

Webhooks Integration

LearnWorlds supports webhooks for real-time event notifications. Here's how you can set one up:

def create_webhook(event_type, target_url):
    data = {
        'event_type': event_type,
        'target_url': target_url
    }
    response = requests.post(f'{SCHOOL_URL}/api/v2/webhooks', headers=headers, json=data)
    return response.json()

webhook = create_webhook('user.created', 'https://your-webhook-endpoint.com')
print(f"Created webhook: {webhook['id']}")

Error Handling and Rate Limiting

Always be prepared for API hiccups:

def api_request(method, endpoint, data=None):
    url = f'{SCHOOL_URL}/api/v2/{endpoint}'
    try:
        response = requests.request(method, url, headers=headers, json=data)
        response.raise_for_status()
        return response.json()
    except requests.exceptions.HTTPError as err:
        if err.response.status_code == 429:
            print("Rate limit exceeded. Waiting before retrying...")
            time.sleep(60)
            return api_request(method, endpoint, data)
        else:
            print(f"HTTP error occurred: {err}")
    except Exception as err:
        print(f"An error occurred: {err}")

Best Practices

1. Use pagination for large datasets to avoid timeouts.
2. Implement proper error handling and logging.
3. Respect rate limits and implement exponential backoff.
4. Store API credentials securely, never in your code.

Testing and Debugging

Always test your API calls:

import unittest

class TestLearnWorldsAPI(unittest.TestCase):
    def test_get_users(self):
        users = get_users()
        self.assertIsInstance(users, list)
        self.assertTrue(len(users) > 0)

if __name__ == '__main__':
    unittest.main()

Example Use Case: Course Enrollment Tracker

Let's put it all together with a simple application:

def enrollment_tracker():
    courses = get_courses()
    for course in courses:
        enrollments = get_course_enrollments(course['id'])
        print(f"Course: {course['title']}")
        print(f"Total Enrollments: {len(enrollments)}")
        print("---")

enrollment_tracker()

Conclusion

And there you have it! You're now equipped to build powerful integrations with LearnWorlds API using Python. Remember, this is just scratching the surface - there's a whole world of possibilities waiting for you to explore.

Keep experimenting, stay curious, and happy coding!

For more in-depth information, check out the LearnWorlds API documentation.