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How to handle API gateway caching in Xano?

Discover top strategies to manage API gateway caching in Xano. Boost performance, increase efficiency, and ensure everything runs smoothly with expert advice.

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Overview

Understanding caching in Xano is crucial for managing API gateway performance. Key steps involve grasping cache mechanics, finetuning responses, and tweaking cache settings. Focus on setting the right cache control headers, identifying which endpoints merit caching, and managing how long caches last. Proper caching reduces delays, lessens server strain, and boosts user experience. This guide covers best practices and specific settings to handle and enhance API gateway caching in Xano.

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How to handle API gateway caching in Xano?

Step 1: Access Xano Dashboard

First things first, log in to your Xano account and head over to your workspace dashboard. Make sure you've got the project open where you want to set up API gateway caching.

Step 2: Navigate to API

Once you're in the project dashboard, look for the side menu and click on the "API" section. This will show you all the available API endpoints and configurations.

Step 3: Select the API Endpoint

From the list of endpoints, pick the specific one you want to enable caching for. This will take you to the settings page for that endpoint.

Step 4: Open Endpoint Settings

On the endpoint's page, find the “Settings” tab and click on it. This is where you can set up and tweak various settings for the endpoint.

Step 5: Enable Caching

In the settings tab, look for the "Caching" option. Toggle it on to enable caching for the endpoint. Once it's on, you'll see more options related to caching.

Step 6: Configure Cache Duration

Now, you need to set how long the cache should be valid. Enter the time in seconds, minutes, or hours, depending on how fresh you want your data. It's a balancing act between performance and data freshness.

Step 7: Set Cache Key (Optional)

If you want, you can set up a custom cache key. This key uniquely identifies cached responses, which is handy if you have different responses for various query parameters or headers.

Step 8: Save the Configuration

After you've set everything up, click the "Save" or “Update” button to apply the changes. Your API endpoint will now cache responses based on your settings.

Step 9: Test the Cached Endpoint

Make a few requests to the API endpoint to check if caching is working. You should notice a faster response time for subsequent requests that hit the cache.

Step 10: Monitor and Adjust

Keep an eye on the performance and accuracy of your cached API responses. Based on what you see, you might need to tweak the caching duration or other settings to better fit your needs.

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