Reading and Writing Data Using the Loomly API

Hey there, fellow JavaScript devs! Ready to dive into the world of Loomly API integration? Let's get our hands dirty with some code and build an awesome user-facing integration. Buckle up!

The Lowdown on Loomly API

Loomly's API is your ticket to seamlessly syncing social media content between your app and Loomly. We're talking calendars, posts, and all that good stuff. Let's make magic happen!

Authentication: Your VIP Pass

First things first, you'll need those sweet API credentials. Head over to your Loomly account and grab 'em. If you're dealing with OAuth 2.0, here's a quick snippet to get you started:

const axios = require('axios');

async function getAccessToken(clientId, clientSecret, code) {
  const response = await axios.post('https://api.loomly.com/oauth/token', {
    client_id: clientId,
    client_secret: clientSecret,
    code: code,
    grant_type: 'authorization_code'
  });
  return response.data.access_token;
}

Reading Data: Time to Fetch!

Let's grab some data, shall we? Here's how you can fetch calendars and posts:

async function getCalendars(accessToken) {
  const response = await axios.get('https://api.loomly.com/api/v1/calendars', {
    headers: { Authorization: `Bearer ${accessToken}` }
  });
  return response.data;
}

async function getPosts(accessToken, calendarId, page = 1) {
  const response = await axios.get(`https://api.loomly.com/api/v1/calendars/${calendarId}/posts`, {
    headers: { Authorization: `Bearer ${accessToken}` },
    params: { page: page }
  });
  return response.data;
}

Pro tip: Don't forget to handle pagination for those data-heavy requests!

Writing Data: Create, Update, Delete

Time to make our mark! Let's create, update, and delete posts like a boss:

async function createPost(accessToken, calendarId, postData) {
  const response = await axios.post(`https://api.loomly.com/api/v1/calendars/${calendarId}/posts`, postData, {
    headers: { Authorization: `Bearer ${accessToken}` }
  });
  return response.data;
}

async function updatePost(accessToken, calendarId, postId, postData) {
  const response = await axios.put(`https://api.loomly.com/api/v1/calendars/${calendarId}/posts/${postId}`, postData, {
    headers: { Authorization: `Bearer ${accessToken}` }
  });
  return response.data;
}

async function deletePost(accessToken, calendarId, postId) {
  await axios.delete(`https://api.loomly.com/api/v1/calendars/${calendarId}/posts/${postId}`, {
    headers: { Authorization: `Bearer ${accessToken}` }
  });
}

Syncing Data: Keep It Fresh

Syncing data is where the real fun begins. Here's a simple yet effective sync strategy:

async function syncPosts(accessToken, calendarId, localPosts) {
  const remotePosts = await getPosts(accessToken, calendarId);
  
  for (const remotePost of remotePosts) {
    const localPost = localPosts.find(p => p.id === remotePost.id);
    if (!localPost) {
      // New post, add to local
      await addLocalPost(remotePost);
    } else if (remotePost.updated_at > localPost.updated_at) {
      // Remote post is newer, update local
      await updateLocalPost(remotePost);
    }
  }
  
  // Check for deleted posts
  for (const localPost of localPosts) {
    if (!remotePosts.find(p => p.id === localPost.id)) {
      await deleteLocalPost(localPost.id);
    }
  }
}

Error Handling: Expect the Unexpected

Always be prepared! Here's a nifty error handler to keep your integration smooth:

async function apiRequest(requestFn) {
  try {
    return await requestFn();
  } catch (error) {
    if (error.response && error.response.status === 429) {
      // Rate limit hit, wait and retry
      await new Promise(resolve => setTimeout(resolve, 5000));
      return apiRequest(requestFn);
    }
    throw error;
  }
}

Webhooks: Real-time Magic

Want real-time updates? Webhooks are your friend! Set them up in your Loomly account and handle them like this:

app.post('/webhook', (req, res) => {
  const event = req.body;
  switch (event.type) {
    case 'post.created':
      handleNewPost(event.data);
      break;
    case 'post.updated':
      handleUpdatedPost(event.data);
      break;
    // Handle other event types
  }
  res.sendStatus(200);
});

Best Practices: The Cherry on Top

1. Respect rate limits: Use exponential backoff for retries.
2. Cache wisely: Store frequently accessed data locally.
3. Keep it secure: Never expose your API credentials in client-side code.

Wrapping Up

And there you have it, folks! You're now armed with the knowledge to build a killer Loomly API integration. Remember, the key to a great integration is keeping your data in sync and your users happy. Now go forth and code something awesome!

Got questions? Hit up the Loomly API docs for more details. Happy coding!