API Keys
Learn how to manage API Keys to access tDoc's programmatic interfaces and integrations.
🔑 API Keys Overview
⚠️ Beta Feature: API Keys functionality is currently in beta and will be fully released in the future. This documentation provides a preview of planned capabilities.
tDoc will provide secure API access through developer-managed API keys, allowing programmatic interaction with the platform:
🔐 Types of API Keys
tDoc will support multiple API key types to address different security and access requirements:
- Read-Only Keys: Limited access for data retrieval operations
- Write Keys: Permissions to modify and create resources
- Full Access Keys: Complete API access for advanced integrations
- Scoped Keys: Custom-defined access limited to specific resources or operations
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🔄 Key Lifecycle Management
Once released, you'll be able to manage the complete lifecycle of your API keys:
🆕 Creating API Keys
- Purpose-Defined: Label each key with its intended use
- Expiration Settings: Set automatic expiration dates for enhanced security
- Access Scoping: Limit each key to specific operations and resources
- Environment Targeting: Create separate keys for development and production
🔍 Monitoring Usage
- Activity Logs: Track all operations performed with each key
- Usage Metrics: Monitor rate limits and consumption patterns
- Anomaly Detection: Receive alerts for unusual access patterns
🧪 API Implementation
📋 Standard Authentication Flow
When implemented, the API authentication will follow industry-standard practices:
- Bearer Authentication: Include your API key in request headers
- JWT Support: Time-limited tokens for enhanced security
🛡️ Security Best Practices
tDoc's API system is being designed with security as a priority:
- IP Restrictions: Limit API access to specific IP addresses or ranges
- Rate Limiting: Protect against abuse with intelligent rate limiting
- Audit Logging: Comprehensive records of all API operations
🚀 Planned API Capabilities
The upcoming API release will support these key operations:
- Event Management: Programmatically manage users and permissions
- Task Automation: Trigger and monitor automated workflows
- Integration Hooks: Connect with third-party services and tools
💻 API Documentation
When released, comprehensive documentation will be available including:
- Interactive API Reference: Try API calls directly from documentation
- Code Samples: Ready-to-use examples in multiple languages
- Tutorials: Step-by-step guides for common integration scenarios
Next Steps
While API Keys are in development, explore these related features: