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Reading and Writing Data Using the Zillow Leads API

Aug 11, 20246 minute read

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

Setting Up the Zillow Leads API

First things first, let's get that API up and running. You'll need to authenticate and manage your API key. Don't worry, it's easier than convincing your cat to take a bath.

const ZillowAPI = require('zillow-leads-api'); const api = new ZillowAPI({ apiKey: 'your-super-secret-key', baseURL: 'https://api.zillow.com/v2' });

Reading Data from Zillow Leads API

Time to fetch some juicy lead info and property details. It's like fishing, but instead of fish, we're catching data!

async function getLeadInfo(leadId) { try { const lead = await api.get(`/leads/${leadId}`); console.log('Caught a big one!', lead); return lead; } catch (error) { console.error('The lead got away!', error); } }

Writing Data to Zillow Leads API

Now, let's flex those writing muscles. Updating lead status and adding notes is our bread and butter.

async function updateLeadStatus(leadId, status) { try { await api.put(`/leads/${leadId}`, { status }); console.log('Lead status updated. You're on fire!'); } catch (error) { console.error('Oops, butterfingers!', error); } }

Implementing Real-time Data Sync

Webhooks are your new best friend. They'll keep you in the loop faster than office gossip.

app.post('/webhook', (req, res) => { const payload = req.body; console.log('New update!', payload); // Handle the update res.sendStatus(200); });

Efficient Data Caching

Let's not be that person who asks the same question repeatedly. Cache it!

const cache = new Map(); function getCachedData(key, fetchFunction) { if (cache.has(key)) { return cache.get(key); } const data = fetchFunction(); cache.set(key, data); return data; }

Error Handling and Rate Limiting

Errors happen. It's not you, it's the API. Let's handle them gracefully and respect those rate limits.

async function apiCall(fn) { const maxRetries = 3; for (let i = 0; i < maxRetries; i++) { try { return await fn(); } catch (error) { if (error.status === 429) { await new Promise(resolve => setTimeout(resolve, 1000 * (i + 1))); } else { throw error; } } } throw new Error('Max retries reached'); }

Optimizing API Usage

Work smarter, not harder. Batch those requests and paginate like a pro.

async function batchGetLeads(leadIds) { const batchSize = 50; const results = []; for (let i = 0; i < leadIds.length; i += batchSize) { const batch = leadIds.slice(i, i + batchSize); const batchResults = await api.post('/leads/batch', { ids: batch }); results.push(...batchResults); } return results; }

Testing and Debugging

Test, test, and test again. Your future self will thank you.

jest.mock('zillow-leads-api'); test('getLeadInfo returns lead data', async () => { ZillowAPI.get.mockResolvedValue({ id: '123', name: 'John Doe' }); const lead = await getLeadInfo('123'); expect(lead).toEqual({ id: '123', name: 'John Doe' }); });

Wrapping Up

And there you have it, folks! You're now armed with the knowledge to wrangle the Zillow Leads API like a champ. Remember, the API is your friend (most of the time). Treat it with respect, cache wisely, and always be ready for the unexpected.

Keep coding, keep learning, and may your integration be ever smooth and your data always in sync!