Step by Step Guide to Building a Loomly API Integration in C#

Introduction

Hey there, fellow developer! Ready to dive into the world of Loomly API integration? You're in for a treat. We'll be building a sleek C# integration that'll have you managing social media content like a pro in no time. Let's get cracking!

Prerequisites

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

• Visual Studio or your favorite C# IDE
• .NET Core 3.1 or later
• A Loomly account with API access (grab that API key!)

Setting up the project

Fire up your IDE and let's get this show on the road:

1. Create a new C# project (Console App will do for now).
2. Install these NuGet packages:

   Install-Package Newtonsoft.Json
   Install-Package RestSharp
   

Authentication

Time to get cozy with the Loomly API:

private const string ApiKey = "YOUR_API_KEY_HERE";
private const string BaseUrl = "https://api.loomly.com/v1";

var client = new RestClient(BaseUrl);
client.AddDefaultHeader("Authorization", $"Bearer {ApiKey}");

Basic API Requests

Let's stretch those API muscles:

// GET request
var request = new RestRequest("calendars", Method.GET);
var response = await client.ExecuteAsync(request);

// POST request
var postRequest = new RestRequest("posts", Method.POST);
postRequest.AddJsonBody(new { title = "My Awesome Post" });
var postResponse = await client.ExecuteAsync(postRequest);

Implementing key Loomly API endpoints

Now we're cooking! Let's tackle some core functionality:

// Fetch calendars
var calendars = await GetCalendars();

// Retrieve posts
var posts = await GetPosts(calendarId);

// Create a new post
await CreatePost(calendarId, new PostData { /* post details */ });

Error handling and rate limiting

Let's play nice with the API:

private async Task<IRestResponse> ExecuteWithRetry(RestRequest request, int maxAttempts = 3)
{
    for (int i = 0; i < maxAttempts; i++)
    {
        var response = await client.ExecuteAsync(request);
        if (response.IsSuccessful) return response;
        
        if (response.StatusCode == HttpStatusCode.TooManyRequests)
        {
            await Task.Delay(1000 * (i + 1));  // Exponential backoff
            continue;
        }
        
        throw new Exception($"API request failed: {response.ErrorMessage}");
    }
    throw new Exception("Max retry attempts reached");
}

Building a simple Loomly client class

Let's wrap it all up in a neat package:

public class LoomlyClient
{
    private readonly RestClient _client;

    public LoomlyClient(string apiKey)
    {
        _client = new RestClient(BaseUrl);
        _client.AddDefaultHeader("Authorization", $"Bearer {apiKey}");
    }

    public async Task<List<Calendar>> GetCalendars() { /* implementation */ }
    public async Task<List<Post>> GetPosts(int calendarId) { /* implementation */ }
    public async Task CreatePost(int calendarId, PostData postData) { /* implementation */ }
}

Testing the integration

Don't forget to test! Here's a quick unit test to get you started:

[Fact]
public async Task GetCalendars_ReturnsCalendars()
{
    var client = new LoomlyClient("test_api_key");
    var calendars = await client.GetCalendars();
    Assert.NotEmpty(calendars);
}

Best practices and optimization

To take your integration to the next level:

• Implement caching for frequently accessed data
• Use asynchronous operations throughout
• Consider implementing a robust logging system

Conclusion

And there you have it! You've just built a rock-solid Loomly API integration in C#. Pat yourself on the back – you've earned it. Remember, this is just the beginning. Keep exploring the API, and don't be afraid to push the boundaries. Happy coding!