Welcome to the Report API section! This guide provides detailed information about how to use the API for reporting and data analysis.
📋 Overview
The Report API allows users to:
- Fetch structured data reports
- Generate customizable analytics
- Export results in various formats (JSON, CSV, PDF)
🔍 Key Features:
- Real-time data retrieval
- Support for filtering and sorting parameters
- Integration with visualization tools
For deeper insights into API design principles, check out our API Development Guide.
🛠️ Endpoints
Here are the core endpoints for the Report API:
Method | Endpoint | Description |
---|---|---|
GET |
/api/reports |
Retrieve all available reports |
POST |
/api/reports/generate |
Create a custom report |
DELETE |
/api/reports/clear |
Remove a specific report |
📌 Note: Always include the Authorization
header for secure access.
📌 Usage Examples
GET /api/reports?format=JSON HTTP/1.1
Authorization: Bearer <token>
POST /api/reports/generate HTTP/1.1
Authorization: Bearer <token>
Content-Type: application/json
{
"parameters": {
"start_date": "2023-01-01",
"end_date": "2023-12-31",
"metrics": ["user_activity", "system_performance"]
}
}
📌 Best Practices
- Use
GET
for retrieving existing reports - Validate input parameters before
POST
requests - Leverage caching for frequent queries
For more details on API authentication, visit Security Overview.
Need further assistance? Explore our API Tutorials for step-by-step guides!