Getting Started¶

Welcome to the EPMware REST API! This guide will help you get up and running quickly with the API.

Overview¶

The EPMware REST API provides a comprehensive set of endpoints for integrating with and automating EPMware operations. Whether you're building custom integrations, automating workflows, or creating monitoring dashboards, this guide will help you understand the fundamentals.

Prerequisites¶

Before you begin, ensure you have:

✅ EPMware Access: Valid user account with appropriate permissions
✅ API Token: Generated through the EPMware Security Module
✅ EPMware URL: Your instance URL (e.g., https://demo.epmwarecloud.com)
✅ HTTP Client: Tool for making API calls (cURL, Postman, or programming language)

Quick Start Steps¶

Step 1: Generate Your API Token¶

Navigate to the EPMware Security Module and generate an API token for your user account.

📖 Authentication Guide →

Step 2: Understand the URL Structure¶

Learn how EPMware API URLs are constructed:

https://<EPMWARE_URL>/service/api/<module>/<action>

📖 URL Structure Guide →

Step 3: Make Your First API Call¶

Test your setup with a simple status check:

curl -X GET 'https://demo.epmwarecloud.com/service/api/task/get_status/244591' \
  -H 'Authorization: Token YOUR_TOKEN_HERE'

Step 4: Handle Responses¶

Understand the standard response format:

{
  "status": "S",
  "message": "Task completed successfully",
  "data": { ... }
}

📖 Response Format Guide →

Best Practices Summary¶

Security First: Always use HTTPS and secure token storage
Error Handling: Implement comprehensive error handling
Rate Limiting: Respect API rate limits
Logging: Log all API interactions for debugging
Testing: Test in development before production

Getting Help¶

If you need assistance:

📧 Contact support: support@epmware.com

Ready to start building? Explore the API Modules →