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How to manage API documentation in Xano?

Discover the top ways to manage API documentation in Xano. Get tips on how to organize it smartly. Automate your tasks. Make the most out of Xano's own tools.

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Overview

Keeping your API documentation in Xano sharp is key to smooth web service development. Xano offers a solid platform to help automate and tidy up API docs, making it simpler for developers to grasp and utilize the endpoints. This means using Xano's built-in tools to fully document APIs, covering everything from request and response formats to authentication methods and error management. Good documentation speeds up development and slashes the chances of miscommunication and mistakes. This guide dives into essential strategies and practices to ensure your API documentation in Xano stays clear, concise, and current.

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How to manage API documentation in Xano?

Access the Xano Dashboard

  1. Log in to your Xano account and head over to the main dashboard.

Select the API Endpoint Group

  1. On the left-hand menu, find and click on the "API" section.
  2. Pick the API Endpoint Group that you need to document.

View the API Endpoints

  1. Click on the chosen API Endpoint Group. You'll see a list of all the API endpoints in that group.

Edit Endpoint Details

  1. Find the specific endpoint you want to document and select it.
  2. Click the "Edit" button or just click on the endpoint name to open its settings.

Add Documentation

  1. Scroll down to the "Documentation" section in the endpoint settings.
  2. Fill in the necessary details:
  • Description: Give a brief overview of what the endpoint does.
  • Parameters: List and describe both required and optional parameters.
  • Request Example: Provide an example of a request to the endpoint.
  • Response Example: Show a typical response from the endpoint.

Save Changes

  1. After filling out the documentation fields, click the "Save" button to update the endpoint documentation.

Verify Documentation

  1. Go back to the API Endpoint Group and click on the "Docs" tab to review the new documentation.
  2. Double-check all fields to make sure everything is accurate and complete.

Export API Documentation

  1. If you need to share the documentation, click on the "Export" button in the "Docs" tab.
  2. Choose the format you want (like HTML or PDF) for exporting the documentation.

Regularly Update Documentation

  1. Make it a habit to review and update the documentation regularly to keep it current with any new changes or functionality.

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