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Knowledge

There are a few concepts that you need to know before using API Autoflow effectively.

Since these concepts are core to using API AutoFlow, We recommend you read this page and watch a short video on the left before moving forward.

Tutorial

Workflow​

A workflow is a common feature among iPaaS platforms for users to create the automation, logic, and data transformation.

A workflow starts with a trigger (INPUT) and provides a result (OUTPUT).

Reference

Refer to Workflow page to learn more about how to use workflow.

Workflow

Depending on where workflow is used, the INPUT and OUTPUT may be different.

1. INPUT Simulation​

The first thing when creating a workflow is to simulate the INPUT data.

Simulation provides the capability to mimic or emulate the input data, allowing developers to test, visualize, and refine their designs as they build the workflow.

2. Actions, Scopes and variables​

Then, actions can be added to achieve your desired outcome.

Scope is where data (variables) get stored and accessed in different parts of the workflow.

3. OUTPUT Mapping​

The workflow's OUTPUT needs to be mapped with one of the data in the scope.

Server​

HTTP server has request and response. Refer to Server page to learn more.

INPUTHTTP Request
OUTPUTHTTP Response

Service​

Service is like a function in programming with INPUT and OUTPUT arguments. Refer to Service page to learn more.

INPUTINPUT Argument(s)
OUTPUTOUTPUT Argument(S)

Kafka Subscribe​

Kafka subscribes to an event and "RECEIVE" data but does not have an output. Refer to Kafka page to learn more.

INPUTRECEIVED
OUTPUTNo output

API​

OpenAPI schema to define your endpoints

Client​

Client is a connection to systems such as database

Data Type​

You need to know the types of data in order to work with the data.

  • String
  • Object
  • Array
  • Number
  • Null
note

JSON (JavaScript Object Notation) is a stringified form of data consisting of object (key-value pairs), arrays, and nested structures. It is a lightweight data interchange format that is easy for humans to read and write, and easy for machines to parse and generate.

Where to find the features​

Refer to Layout for more details

Simulation Button

Common steps when creating a new solution​

  1. Create API endpoint
  2. Create a Server for the API endpoint
  3. Join the Actions in workflow