Reading and Writing Data Using the Unbounce API

Hey there, fellow JavaScript enthusiasts! Ready to dive into the world of Unbounce API integration? Let's roll up our sleeves and get our hands dirty with some code.

The Lowdown on Unbounce API

Unbounce's API is your ticket to seamlessly syncing data between your app and their platform. Whether you're pulling in lead data or pushing updates, this API's got your back.

Authentication: Your All-Access Pass

First things first, you'll need to grab those API credentials. Once you've got 'em, let's implement that OAuth 2.0 flow:

const getAccessToken = async (clientId, clientSecret, code) => {
  const response = await fetch('https://api.unbounce.com/oauth/token', {
    method: 'POST',
    headers: { 'Content-Type': 'application/x-www-form-urlencoded' },
    body: new URLSearchParams({
      grant_type: 'authorization_code',
      client_id: clientId,
      client_secret: clientSecret,
      code: code,
    }),
  });
  return response.json();
};

Reading Data: Time to Fetch!

Let's grab some lead data, shall we? Here's how you can fetch it:

const getLeads = async (accessToken) => {
  const response = await fetch('https://api.unbounce.com/leads', {
    headers: { 'Authorization': `Bearer ${accessToken}` },
  });
  const data = await response.json();
  return data.leads;
};

Writing Data: Update and Create

Updating lead info? Here's a quick PUT request:

const updateLead = async (accessToken, leadId, updatedData) => {
  await fetch(`https://api.unbounce.com/leads/${leadId}`, {
    method: 'PUT',
    headers: {
      'Authorization': `Bearer ${accessToken}`,
      'Content-Type': 'application/json',
    },
    body: JSON.stringify(updatedData),
  });
};

Creating new leads? Easy peasy:

const createLead = async (accessToken, leadData) => {
  await fetch('https://api.unbounce.com/leads', {
    method: 'POST',
    headers: {
      'Authorization': `Bearer ${accessToken}`,
      'Content-Type': 'application/json',
    },
    body: JSON.stringify(leadData),
  });
};

Syncing Data: Keep It Fresh

When it comes to syncing, you've got options. Polling is simple but webhooks are where it's at for real-time updates. Don't forget to handle those pesky rate limits and pagination!

Here's a quick error handling snippet to keep your sync robust:

const syncData = async () => {
  try {
    // Your sync logic here
  } catch (error) {
    console.error('Sync failed:', error);
    // Implement retry logic
  }
};

Real-time Updates: Webhook Magic

Set up those webhooks and process payloads like a pro:

app.post('/webhook', (req, res) => {
  const payload = req.body;
  // Process the webhook payload
  console.log('Received webhook:', payload);
  res.sendStatus(200);
});

Performance Boosters

Cache when you can, batch when you must. Your API (and your users) will thank you.

Security First!

Keep those API keys locked up tight and log errors wisely. Your future self will appreciate it.

Test, Debug, Conquer

Unit test those API calls with Jest:

test('getLeads fetches leads successfully', async () => {
  const mockLeads = [{ id: 1, name: 'John Doe' }];
  global.fetch = jest.fn(() =>
    Promise.resolve({
      json: () => Promise.resolve({ leads: mockLeads }),
    })
  );

  const leads = await getLeads('fake_token');
  expect(leads).toEqual(mockLeads);
});

Wrapping Up

You're now armed with the knowledge to build a rock-solid Unbounce API integration. Remember, the key is to keep your code clean, your errors handled, and your data flowing smoothly. Now go forth and code brilliantly!

Need more info? The Unbounce API docs are your new best friend. Happy coding!