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How to use Xano’s conditional logic in API endpoints?

Discover how to use Xano's conditional logic in your API endpoints effectively. Get step-by-step instructions along with top tips to boost your app’s capabilities.

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Overview

Xano makes it super easy for devs to customize responses in API endpoints with conditional logic. Adding conditional statements lets you tweak the flow of an API call on the fly, making it more flexible and smarter. Need to handle different user inputs? Or manage various scenarios? This feature's got you covered. Mastering conditional logic in Xano means more efficient, responsive APIs that are better suited for diverse needs.

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How to use Xano’s conditional logic in API endpoints?

Step 1: Access Xano Dashboard

First things first, log in to your Xano account and head over to the dashboard.

Step 2: Create or Select an API Endpoint

You can either pick an existing API endpoint or create a new one. Just click on the + API Group button and then + Add Endpoint.

Step 3: Define Input Parameters

If you need to, define the input parameters for your API endpoint. Click on the + Add Input button and specify the name, type, and whether it’s required.

Step 4: Navigate to the Function Stack

After setting up the endpoint, go to the Function Stack section. This is where the magic happens with conditional logic.

Step 5: Add a Conditional Logic Block

Click the + Add button in the Function Stack and choose the Conditional block from the options.

Step 6: Define the Condition

Inside the Conditional block, set up the condition you want to check. You can compare input parameters, constants, or even query results. Xano’s interface makes it easy to pick the variable and condition type (like equal to, greater than, etc.).

Step 7: Add Blocks for True or False Branches

Depending on whether your condition is true or false, you can add different blocks under each branch:

  • Click on the True tab to add functions that should run if the condition is true. You can click + Add to include various functions like Query, Set Variable, Loop, etc.

  • Click on the False tab to add functions for when the condition is false.

Step 8: Implement Business Logic

Inside the True and False branches, add the steps needed to handle each scenario. This might involve querying databases, transforming data, or setting variables.

Step 9: Save and Test

Once you’ve added and configured your logical conditions, click the Save button to keep your changes. Use the Test tab within the API endpoint to run tests with different input values to make sure your conditional logic works correctly.

Step 10: Deploy

After thorough testing, deploy your API endpoint. Your conditional logic will now be active and handle requests as defined.

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