Add an API source - Precisely Data Integrity Suite

Create an API source by uploading an OpenAPI specification in JSON format and configuring authentication. Once added, you can define endpoints and use them in your pipelines.

1. In the Data Integrity Suite workspace, click Configuration.
2. Click the APIs tab.
3. In the API Sources panel, click Add.
4. Upload the OpenAPI specification file for the API source.
   You need an OpenAPI specification file in JSON format. Either drag and drop the file to the upload box or click choose a file to browse for it.
5. In the Base URL section, select the base URLs for the source.
   These are the root addresses that will be available for API endpoints. You can add multiple base URLs to support different environments (development, staging, production).
6. In Default Base URL, choose the base URL that will be selected by default.
7. For API Source Name, enter a label that identifies the API source.
   Use a clear, descriptive name that indicates the API's purpose or provider.
8. For Authentication Type, select a supported authentication method.

   Authentication Type	What to provide
   Basic	A username and password combination.
   apiKey	An API key provided by the service.
   Bearer	A bearer token for OAuth 2.0 or similar token-based authentication.

   Note: You can only select authentication types that are defined in the OpenAPI specification.
9. Choose the Secret Key Method.

   Manual	Manually enter the secret key or credentials.
   Key Vault	Store credentials securely in a Key Vault. Select the vault and enter the token secret path.

10. Optional: Click Test Base URL to verify the connection.
    Note: The system attempts to connect to the default Base URL. A success message confirms that the URL is reachable and the authentication is valid.
11. Click Add API Source to save the API source.
    Optionally, click Add and Configure Endpoints to save the source and immediately add an endpoint.
    Note: You can add endpoints later if needed.