How to manage configuration as code in Xano?

Discover hassle-free tips to manage configuration as code in Xano. This guide has everything you need to streamline and automate your backend development.

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Overview

Managing configuration as code in Xano means using version-controlled files to define and save your app's settings and parameters. This way, consistency, reproducibility, and teamwork are all easier to achieve. Changes can be tracked and modified, and deployment becomes smooth. With Xano’s API-first backend, developers can make adjustments programmatically, automate setups, and integrate with CI/CD pipelines for a seamless workflow. This method helps maintain and scale backend infrastructure efficiently by promoting best practices.

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How to manage configuration as code in Xano?

Step 1: Set Up Your Project

First things first, sign in to your Xano account.
Create a new project or just open one you already have.
Head over to the "API" section to start managing your configuration.

Step 2: Define Environment Variables

Go to the "Settings" tab in your project.
Pick "Environment Variables" from the menu.
Click "Add Variable" to set up key-value pairs for things like API keys, database credentials, and other important settings.

Step 3: Use Environment Variables in API Endpoints

Go back to the "API" section and choose the endpoint you want to configure.
Edit the endpoint and reference your environment variables using {{VARIABLE_NAME}}.
For example, if your environment variable is API_KEY, you can use it in your API endpoint by writing {{API_KEY}}.

Step 4: Version Control with Git

Connect your Xano project with a Git repository for version control.
Go to the "Settings" tab and select "Version Control".
Follow the prompts to link your Git repository and commit your configuration files.

Step 5: Manage Configuration Files

In your Git repository, create configuration files like config.json or settings.yaml.
Structure these files to include necessary settings and environment variables.
Example config.json:
```json
{
"API": {
"API_KEY": "{{API_KEY}}",
"BASE_URL": "{{BASE_URL}}"
}
}
```

Step 6: Automate Configuration Deployment

Write deployment scripts to automatically apply configurations from version-controlled files into Xano.
Use deployment tools and CI/CD pipelines to trigger these scripts when changes are made in your Git repository.

Step 7: Testing and Validation

After deployment, test your endpoints to make sure the configurations are applied correctly.
Use tools like Postman for API testing and validation.

Step 8: Monitor and Update Configurations

Regularly check your configurations for any outdated or deprecated settings.
Update your configuration files in the Git repository and redeploy as needed.
Make sure all team members are aware of configuration changes and new updates.

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