Reading and Writing Data Using the Livestorm API

Hey there, fellow JavaScript aficionados! Ready to dive into the world of Livestorm API integration? Let's get our hands dirty with some code and explore how to sync data for a user-facing integration. Buckle up!

Authentication: Your Golden Ticket

First things first, you'll need to grab your API keys from the Livestorm dashboard. Once you've got those, let's set up authentication:

const axios = require('axios');

const livestormApi = axios.create({
  baseURL: 'https://api.livestorm.co/v1',
  headers: {
    'Authorization': `Bearer ${YOUR_API_KEY}`,
    'Content-Type': 'application/json'
  }
});

Reading Data: Fetch Like a Pro

Now that we're authenticated, let's fetch some data. Here's how you can grab events and attendee info:

async function getEvents() {
  try {
    const response = await livestormApi.get('/events');
    return response.data;
  } catch (error) {
    console.error('Error fetching events:', error);
  }
}

async function getAttendees(eventId) {
  try {
    const response = await livestormApi.get(`/events/${eventId}/people`);
    return response.data;
  } catch (error) {
    console.error('Error fetching attendees:', error);
  }
}

Writing Data: Create and Update with Ease

Time to write some data! Let's create an event and update an attendee:

async function createEvent(eventData) {
  try {
    const response = await livestormApi.post('/events', eventData);
    return response.data;
  } catch (error) {
    console.error('Error creating event:', error);
  }
}

async function updateAttendee(eventId, attendeeId, updateData) {
  try {
    const response = await livestormApi.put(`/events/${eventId}/people/${attendeeId}`, updateData);
    return response.data;
  } catch (error) {
    console.error('Error updating attendee:', error);
  }
}

Syncing Data: Real-time Magic with Webhooks

Webhooks are your best friend for real-time updates. Here's a quick Express.js webhook handler:

const express = require('express');
const app = express();

app.post('/webhook', express.json(), (req, res) => {
  const event = req.body;
  
  switch (event.type) {
    case 'attendee.registered':
      // Handle new registration
      break;
    case 'session.started':
      // Handle session start
      break;
    // Add more cases as needed
  }

  res.sendStatus(200);
});

Remember to implement proper validation for your webhooks!

Error Handling and Edge Cases: Stay Cool Under Pressure

Always expect the unexpected. Here's a handy error handler:

function handleApiError(error) {
  if (error.response) {
    console.error('API Error:', error.response.status, error.response.data);
  } else if (error.request) {
    console.error('Network Error:', error.request);
  } else {
    console.error('Error:', error.message);
  }
}

Optimizing Performance: Speed Demon

Caching is your secret weapon. Here's a simple in-memory cache:

const cache = new Map();

async function getCachedEvents() {
  if (cache.has('events')) {
    return cache.get('events');
  }
  const events = await getEvents();
  cache.set('events', events);
  return events;
}

Security Considerations: Lock It Down

Protect your API keys like they're the crown jewels. Use environment variables:

require('dotenv').config();
const API_KEY = process.env.LIVESTORM_API_KEY;

Testing and Debugging: Sandbox Play

Use Livestorm's sandbox environment for testing. Here's a quick toggle:

const BASE_URL = process.env.NODE_ENV === 'production'
  ? 'https://api.livestorm.co/v1'
  : 'https://api.sandbox.livestorm.co/v1';

Wrapping Up

There you have it, folks! You're now armed with the knowledge to build a killer Livestorm integration. Remember, the API is your playground – don't be afraid to experiment and push the boundaries. Happy coding, and may your events be ever engaging!