Explore Data Cloud APIs with the Refreshed Postman Collections

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Here’s the hidden issue with Salesforce that no one tells non-tech managers: Understanding Data Cloud APIs.

1. Two Main APIs
– Data Cloud API: Direct interaction with DC tenant, faster operations, read-only except for Ingestion API.
– Data Cloud Connect API: Integrates with Salesforce Platform, useful for mixed operations with shared connections.

2. Postman Enhancements
– Logical structure: Split collections for clarity and dedicated authentication flows.
– Simplified authentication: Shift to OAuth implicit grant flow, faster and less error-prone.

3. Key Features
– Reduced variables: Easier configuration with clearer naming conventions.
– Additional API requests: New subfolders for expanded functionalities like Query API v2.

4. Practical Steps
– Utilize Postman collections for API exploration.
– Reference detailed instructions and video guides for setup.

Technical debt in Salesforce can hurt business growth if left unchecked. Inefficient APIs and complex authentication processes can increase operational costs and slow down innovation. Proactively managing this technical debt is crucial to optimizing your Salesforce ROI and aligning with strategic goals. As a Salesforce Architect, guiding managers through understanding and minimizing this debt is key to supporting their objectives.

With the revamped Postman collections, exploring Data Cloud APIs has never been easier. Leverage these updates to enhance your API efficiency and integration capabilities.

You can read it here: https://sfdc.blog/cLiII

Source from developer(dot)salesforce(dot)com

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