Welcome to the comprehensive documentation for the PantheraConnect API! This guide provides everything you need to seamlessly integrate our powerful services into your applications. From real-time data access to automating complex workflows, the PantheraConnect API is designed to be robust, scalable, and incredibly developer-friendly.
Our goal is to help you unlock new possibilities and build innovative solutions with ease. Whether you're fetching user profiles, managing product inventories, or processing transactions, you'll find the tools and information here to get started quickly and efficiently.
The PantheraConnect API offers a secure and efficient way to programmatically interact with the Panthera ecosystem. It provides a suite of RESTful endpoints that allow you to read, create, update, and delete core resources, enabling deep integration with your existing platforms and services.
Key Features:
Who is this for?
This documentation is intended for developers, system administrators, and technical architects who wish to integrate their applications, websites, or internal systems with Panthera services. A basic understanding of RESTful APIs, HTTP protocols, and JSON is recommended.
To begin using the PantheraConnect API, you will need an API Key. This key authenticates your requests and grants you access to your authorized resources.
X-API-Key value.* Important: Treat your API Key like a password. Do not expose it in client-side code, public repositories, or unsecured environments.
All requests to the PantheraConnect API must be made over HTTPS to our base URL:
https://api.pantheraconnect.com/v1
You must include your X-API-Key in the header of every request.
Example: Fetching a List of Users
Replace `YOUR_API_KEY_HERE` with the actual API Key obtained from your Developer Dashboard. --- ## 3. Core Concepts & Data Models Understanding the fundamental data structures will help you interact more effectively with the API. ### 3.1 User Object Represents a user within the Panthera system. | Field | Type | Description | Example | | :---------- | :------- | :---------------------------------------------- | :-------------------- | | `id` | `string` | Unique identifier for the user. | `usr_abc123def456` | | `email` | `string` | User's primary email address. | `john.doe@example.com`| | `first_name`| `string` | User's first name. | `John` | | `last_name` | `string` | User's last name. | `Doe` | | `status` | `string` | Current status of the user (`active`, `inactive`, `pending`). | `active` | | `created_at`| `string` | Timestamp when the user was created (ISO 8601). | `2023-10-27T10:00:00Z`| | `updated_at`| `string` | Timestamp when the user was last updated (ISO 8601). | `2023-10-27T10:30:00Z`| **Example User Object:**
This step leverages advanced research capabilities to thoroughly define and explore the role, responsibilities, skills, tools, and best practices associated with an "API Documentation Writer." The aim is to establish a comprehensive understanding that will inform the subsequent steps of the API Documentation Writer workflow.
An API Documentation Writer is a specialized technical writer focused on creating clear, accurate, and comprehensive documentation for Application Programming Interfaces (APIs). This role is crucial in the software development lifecycle, bridging the gap between developers and API consumers (other developers, partners, or internal teams). Their primary goal is to enable efficient API adoption, integration, and usage by providing all necessary information in an easily digestible format.
Key Objectives of an API Documentation Writer:
The daily activities of an API Documentation Writer are diverse, encompassing technical understanding, writing, collaboration, and maintenance.
* Deeply understand the API's functionality, endpoints, parameters, authentication methods, error codes, and use cases.
* Collaborate with API architects, product managers, and developers to gather technical specifications and design documents.
* Participate in API design reviews to advocate for documentation-friendly API structures.
* Write clear, concise, and accurate API reference documentation (e.g., OpenAPI/Swagger specifications).
* Develop comprehensive "Getting Started" guides, tutorials, how-to guides, and conceptual overviews.
* Create and maintain code examples, SDK documentation, and Postman collections.
* Document authentication procedures, rate limits, and security best practices.
* Explain error messages and provide troubleshooting steps.
* Work closely with development teams (backend, frontend, QA) to ensure documentation aligns with API implementation.
* Gather feedback from internal and external users to identify areas for improvement.
* Present documentation drafts for review and incorporate feedback effectively.
* Act as a liaison between the API team and the developer community.
* Regularly review and update existing documentation to reflect API changes, new features, or deprecations.
* Manage documentation versions in alignment with API versions.
* Ensure consistency in terminology, style, and structure across all documentation.
* Implement and enforce documentation style guides and best practices.
* Champion the needs of API consumers within the development process.
* Strive to make complex technical information accessible to various audiences.
A successful API Documentation Writer possesses a blend of technical acumen, superior writing abilities, and strong interpersonal skills.
* API Fundamentals: Strong understanding of REST, GraphQL, SOAP, webhooks, and asynchronous APIs.
* Data Formats: Proficiency with JSON, XML, and YAML.
* Authentication & Security: Knowledge of common authentication methods (OAuth, API Keys, JWT).
* Version Control: Experience with Git and platforms like GitHub, GitLab, or Bitbucket.
* Programming Concepts: Basic understanding of programming logic and ability to read/understand code samples (e.g., Python, JavaScript, cURL).
* Documentation Tools: Familiarity with OpenAPI/Swagger, Postman, Stoplight, Markdown, reStructuredText, or static site generators (e.g., Jekyll, Hugo, Docusaurus).
* API Testing: Basic ability to use tools like Postman, Insomnia, or cURL to test API endpoints.
* Clarity & Conciseness: Ability to explain complex technical concepts in simple, unambiguous language.
* Audience Awareness: Tailoring content to different technical proficiency levels.
* Information Architecture: Structuring documentation logically for easy navigation and discoverability.
* Grammar & Style: Excellent command of English grammar, punctuation, and adherence to style guides.
* Instructional Design: Ability to create effective tutorials and step-by-step guides.
* Collaboration: Effectively working with cross-functional teams.
* Empathy: Understanding the challenges and needs of API consumers.
* Problem-Solving: Identifying gaps in documentation and proactively addressing them.
* Attention to Detail: Ensuring accuracy and consistency in all documentation.
* Proactiveness & Initiative: Driving documentation efforts and seeking out information.
The toolkit of an API Documentation Writer is diverse, spanning API-specific platforms, content creation tools, and collaboration platforms.
* OpenAPI/Swagger: For defining RESTful APIs; tools like Swagger UI, Swagger Editor, Stoplight Studio.
* Postman: For API testing, development, and generating documentation from collections.
* Insomnia: Similar to Postman, for API development and testing.
* AsyncAPI: For defining event-driven APIs.
* Markdown Editors: Typora, VS Code, Sublime Text for writing in Markdown.
* Static Site Generators:
* Jekyll, Hugo, Docusaurus, Sphinx: For building documentation websites from plain text files.
* Read the Docs: A platform for hosting Sphinx documentation.
* Content Management Systems (CMS) / Knowledge Bases:
* Confluence, Zendesk Guide, Notion, GitBook: For internal or external knowledge management.
* Text Editors/IDEs: VS Code, Atom, Sublime Text for general text editing and code.
* Git: Essential for tracking changes, collaboration, and managing different versions of documentation.
* GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket: Platforms for hosting Git repositories and facilitating team collaboration.
* Lucidchart, draw.io, Mermaid: For creating flowcharts, architecture diagrams, and sequence diagrams.
* Snagit, GIMP, Adobe Photoshop: For creating and editing screenshots and graphics.
The output of an API Documentation Writer is a suite of resources designed to support every stage of an API consumer's journey.
* Detailed descriptions of endpoints, methods, parameters (request/response), data types, and error codes.
* Often generated directly from OpenAPI/Swagger specifications.
* Step-by-step instructions for initial setup, authentication, and making the first API call.
* Goal-oriented instructions demonstrating how to achieve specific tasks using the API.
* High-level explanations of the API's architecture, core concepts, and underlying principles.
* Instructions and examples for using client libraries in various programming languages.
* Executable snippets in multiple languages (cURL, Python, JavaScript, Ruby, etc.) demonstrating API usage.
* Comprehensive list of error codes, their meanings, and potential solutions.
* Summaries of new features, improvements, bug fixes, and breaking changes in API versions.
* Detailed instructions on how to authenticate with the API using different methods.
Effective API documentation adheres to several core principles to maximize its utility and impact.
High-quality API documentation is not merely a technical requirement; it's a strategic asset that delivers significant business value.
To ensure fair usage and system stability, the PantheraConnect API enforces rate limits.
429 Too Many Requests HTTP status code. * X-RateLimit-Limit: The maximum number of requests you can make in the current window.
* X-RateLimit-Remaining: The number of requests remaining in the current window.
* X-RateLimit-Reset: The time at which the current rate limit window resets (UTC epoch seconds).
We recommend implementing exponential backoff in your client applications when hitting rate limits.
To simplify your integration process, we provide official SDKs and community-contributed libraries for popular programming languages.
pip install pantheraconnect-pythonnpm install @pantheraconnect/api-clientCheck our [GitHub repository](https://github.com/pantheraconnect) for the latest versions and contributions.
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This document provides comprehensive technical documentation for the PantheraHive User Management API, version 1. It details available endpoints, authentication methods, request/response formats, and error handling. This API allows for the programmatic management of user accounts within the PantheraHive ecosystem.
The PantheraHive User Management API provides a robust set of functionalities to create, retrieve, update, and delete user accounts. It is designed for seamless integration into your applications, enabling programmatic control over user lifecycle management.
Key Features:
All API requests should be prefixed with the following base URL:
https://api.pantherahive.com/v1
The PantheraHive User Management API uses API Key authentication. All requests to protected endpoints must include your unique API key in the X-API-Key HTTP header.
How to Authenticate:
X-API-Key header in every request.Example Authentication Header:
X-API-Key: YOUR_SECURE_API_KEY_HERE
Important: Keep your API Key confidential. Do not expose it in client-side code or public repositories.
This section details all available API endpoints, including their HTTP methods, paths, parameters, request bodies, and expected responses.
Retrieves a paginated list of all user accounts.
GET/users##### 4.1.1. Query Parameters
| Parameter | Type | Description | Required | Default |
| :-------- | :----- | :------------------------------------------- | :------- | :------ |
| limit | integer | Maximum number of users to return per page. | No | 100 |
| offset | integer | Number of users to skip before starting to collect the result set. | No | 0 |
| status | string | Filter users by their status (active, inactive). | No | All |
##### 4.1.2. Example Request
curl -X GET \
'https://api.pantherahive.com/v1/users?limit=5&status=active' \
-H 'Accept: application/json' \
-H 'X-API-Key: YOUR_SECURE_API_KEY_HERE'
##### 4.1.3. Example Response (200 OK)
{
"data": [
{
"id": "usr_123abc",
"username": "johndoe",
"email": "john.doe@example.com",
"status": "active",
"created_at": "2023-01-15T10:00:00Z",
"updated_at": "2023-01-15T10:00:00Z"
},
{
"id": "usr_456def",
"username": "janedoe",
"email": "jane.doe@example.com",
"status": "active",
"created_at": "2023-01-16T11:30:00Z",
"updated_at": "2023-01-16T11:30:00Z"
}
],
"total": 2,
"limit": 5,
"offset": 0
}
Retrieves details for a specific user account by its unique ID.
GET/users/{id}##### 4.2.1. Path Parameters
| Parameter | Type | Description | Required |
| :-------- | :----- | :----------------------- | :------- |
| id | string | The unique ID of the user. | Yes |
##### 4.2.2. Example Request
curl -X GET \
'https://api.pantherahive.com/v1/users/usr_123abc' \
-H 'Accept: application/json' \
-H 'X-API-Key: YOUR_SECURE_API_KEY_HERE'
##### 4.2.3. Example Response (200 OK)
{
"id": "usr_123abc",
"username": "johndoe",
"email": "john.doe@example.com",
"status": "active",
"created_at": "2023-01-15T10:00:00Z",
"updated_at": "2023-01-15T10:00:00Z"
}
##### 4.2.4. Example Response (404 Not Found)
{
"code": "NOT_FOUND",
"message": "User with ID 'usr_nonexistent' not found."
}
Creates a new user account.
POST/users##### 4.3.1. Request Body
| Parameter | Type | Description | Required |
| :--------- | :------- | :----------------------------------------- | :------- |
| username | string | The desired username for the new user. | Yes |
| email | string | The email address for the new user. Must be unique. | Yes |
| status | string | Initial status of the user (active, inactive). | No |
##### 4.3.2. Example Request
curl -X POST \
'https://api.pantherahive.com/v1/users' \
-H 'Content-Type: application/json' \
-H 'Accept: application/json' \
-H 'X-API-Key: YOUR_SECURE_API_KEY_HERE' \
-d '{
"username": "newuser",
"email": "new.user@example.com",
"status": "active"
}'
##### 4.3.3. Example Response (201 Created)
{
"id": "usr_789ghi",
"username": "newuser",
"email": "new.user@example.com",
"status": "active",
"created_at": "2023-03-01T14:30:00Z",
"updated_at": "2023-03-01T14:30:00Z"
}
##### 4.3.4. Example Response (409 Conflict)
{
"code": "CONFLICT",
"message": "User with email 'new.user@example.com' already exists."
}
Updates an existing user account identified by its ID.
PUT/users/{id}##### 4.4.1. Path Parameters
| Parameter | Type | Description | Required |
| :-------- | :----- | :----------------------- | :------- |
| id | string | The unique ID of the user to update. | Yes |
##### 4.4.2. Request Body
| Parameter | Type | Description | Required |
| :--------- | :------- | :----------------------------------------- | :------- |
| username | string | New username for the user. | No |
| email | string | New email address for the user. Must be unique. | No |
| status | string | New status of the user (active, inactive). | No |
##### 4.4.3. Example Request
curl -X PUT \
'https://api.pantherahive.com/v1/users/usr_123abc' \
-H 'Content-Type: application/json' \
-H 'Accept: application/json' \
-H 'X-API-Key: YOUR_SECURE_API_KEY_HERE' \
-d '{
"status": "inactive"
}'
##### 4.4.4. Example Response (200 OK)
{
"id": "usr_123abc",
"username": "johndoe",
"email": "john.doe@example.com",
"status": "inactive",
"created_at": "2023-01-15T10:00:00Z",
"updated_at": "2023-03-05T09:15:00Z"
}
Deletes a user account identified by its ID.
DELETE/users/{id}##### 4.5.1. Path Parameters
| Parameter | Type | Description | Required |
| :-------- | :----- | :----------------------- | :------- |
| id | string | The unique ID of the user to delete. | Yes |
##### 4.5.2. Example Request
curl -X DELETE \
'https://api.pantherahive.com/v1/users/usr_123abc' \
-H 'Accept: application/json' \
-H 'X-API-Key: YOUR_SECURE_API_KEY_HERE'
##### 4.5.3. Example Response (204 No Content)
A successful deletion will return a 204 No Content status with an empty response body.
##### 4.5.4. Example Response (404 Not Found)
{
"code": "NOT_FOUND",
"message": "User with ID 'usr_nonexistent' not found."
}
This section describes the structure of data objects used within the API.
The core User object represents a user account in the PantheraHive system.
| Field | Type | Description |
| :----------- | :-------- | :----------------------------------------- |
| id | string | Unique identifier for the user. |
| username | string | The user's chosen username. |
| email | string | The user's email address. Unique across all users. |
| status | enum | Current status of the user (active, inactive). |
| created_at | datetime | Timestamp when the user account was created (ISO 8601). |
| updated_at | datetime | Timestamp when the user account was last updated (ISO 8601). |
Example User Object:
{
"id": "usr_123abc",
"username": "johndoe",
"email": "john.doe@example.com",
"status": "active",
"created_at": "2023-01-15T10:00:00Z",
"updated_at": "2023-01-15T10:00:00Z"
}
The PantheraHive User Management API uses standard HTTP status codes to indicate the success or failure of an API request. In case of an error (4xx or 5xx status codes), the API will return a JSON object in the response body containing details about the error.
Common Error Response Structure:
{
"code": "ERROR_CODE",
"message": "A human-readable description of the error."
}
Common HTTP Status Codes and Error Codes:
| HTTP Status Code | Error Code | Description |
| :--------------- | :----------------- | :---------------------------------------------- |
| 200 OK | (N/A) | Request successful. |
| 201 Created | (N/A) | Resource successfully created. |
| 204 No Content | (N/A) | Request successful, no content to return (e.g., deletion). |
| 400 Bad Request| BAD_REQUEST | The request was malformed or invalid. |
| 401 Unauthorized| UNAUTHORIZED | Authentication credentials were missing or invalid. |
| 403 Forbidden | FORBIDDEN | The authenticated user does not have permission to access the resource. |
| 404 Not Found | NOT_FOUND | The requested resource could not be found. |
| 405 Method Not Allowed| METHOD_NOT_ALLOWED| The HTTP method used is not supported for this endpoint. |
| 409 Conflict | CONFLICT | A resource with the provided unique identifier already exists (e.g., email already in use). |
| 422 Unprocessable Entity| VALIDATION_ERROR| The request was well-formed but could not be processed due to semantic errors (e.g., invalid enum value). |
| 500 Internal Server Error| INTERNAL_ERROR | An unexpected error occurred on the server. Please report this if it persists. |
| 503 Service Unavailable| SERVICE_UNAVAILABLE| The service is temporarily unavailable. Try again later. |
To ensure fair usage and system stability, the PantheraHive User Management API implements rate limiting.