Guides & Examples¶
Practical guides, best practices, and real-world examples for building applications with the Open To Close API Python client. Learn patterns and techniques for common use cases.
๐ Quick Navigation¶
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API Reference
Complete documentation of all available API methods and endpoints
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Properties API
Detailed property management operations and examples
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Quick Start
Get started quickly with guided tutorials and examples
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Getting Started
Complete setup guide from installation to first API calls
๐ What You'll Learn¶
Error Handling Mastery¶
Learn to build resilient applications that gracefully handle API errors, network issues, and unexpected conditions:
- Exception types and when they occur
- Retry strategies and circuit breakers
- Logging and monitoring best practices
- Graceful degradation patterns
Production-Ready Code¶
Discover patterns and practices for building maintainable, scalable applications:
- Authentication and security best practices
- Performance optimization techniques
- Testing strategies and mocking
- Configuration management
Real-World Applications¶
Explore complete examples that demonstrate practical usage:
- Property management dashboards
- Automated workflow systems
- Data synchronization pipelines
- Integration with CRM systems
Integration Strategies¶
Learn how to integrate the Open To Close API with existing systems:
- Webhook handling and event processing
- Batch operations and bulk updates
- Database synchronization patterns
- External service integration
๐ฏ Choose Your Path¶
Building internal tools and workflows:
- Quick Start Tutorial - Get familiar with the API
- Properties API - Core property workflows
- Authentication Setup - Secure API access
- API Reference - Explore all available operations
Building applications and integrations:
- API Reference - Understand all available methods
- Properties API - Property management operations
- Installation Guide - Setup and configuration
- Authentication - Security implementation
Working with property and transaction data:
- Properties API - Extract and analyze property data
- Quick Start - Get started with data extraction
- API Reference - Explore data endpoints
๐ง Common Use Cases¶
Property Management Workflows¶
# Complete property onboarding workflow
def onboard_new_listing(property_data, seller_info):
"""End-to-end property listing creation."""
client = OpenToCloseAPI()
# Create property
property = client.properties.create_property(property_data)
# Add seller contact
seller = client.contacts.create_contact(seller_info)
client.property_contacts.create_property_contact(
property['id'],
{"contact_id": seller['id'], "role": "Seller"}
)
# Create initial tasks
tasks = create_listing_tasks(property['id'])
return property, seller, tasks
Data Synchronization¶
# Sync properties with external CRM
def sync_properties_to_crm():
"""Synchronize property data with external CRM system."""
client = OpenToCloseAPI()
# Get updated properties
properties = client.properties.list_properties(params={
"modified_since": get_last_sync_time(),
"status": "Active"
})
# Process each property
for prop in properties:
sync_property_to_crm(prop)
update_sync_timestamp(prop['id'])
Automated Reporting¶
# Generate daily activity report
def daily_activity_report():
"""Generate comprehensive daily activity report."""
client = OpenToCloseAPI()
today = datetime.now().strftime("%Y-%m-%d")
# Gather activity data
new_properties = get_properties_created_today(client, today)
updated_properties = get_properties_updated_today(client, today)
completed_tasks = get_tasks_completed_today(client, today)
# Generate report
return generate_report(new_properties, updated_properties, completed_tasks)
๐ก๏ธ Security & Performance¶
Security Best Practices¶
- API Key Management: Never hardcode credentials
- Input Validation: Sanitize all user inputs
- Error Logging: Avoid logging sensitive information
- Rate Limiting: Respect API limits and implement backoff
Performance Optimization¶
- Efficient Queries: Use filtering and pagination
- Batch Operations: Group related API calls
- Caching Strategies: Cache frequently accessed data
- Async Processing: Handle long-running operations properly
๐งช Testing & Development¶
Testing Strategies¶
# Example test setup with mocking
import responses
from open_to_close import OpenToCloseAPI
@responses.activate
def test_property_creation():
# Mock API response
responses.add(
responses.POST,
"https://api.opentoclose.com/v1/properties",
json={"id": 123, "address": "123 Test St"},
status=201
)
client = OpenToCloseAPI(api_key="test_key")
property = client.properties.create_property({
"address": "123 Test St"
})
assert property["id"] == 123
Development Environment Setup¶
# Configuration for different environments
class Config:
def __init__(self, environment="production"):
self.environment = environment
self.api_key = self._get_api_key()
self.base_url = self._get_base_url()
def _get_api_key(self):
env_var = f"{self.environment.upper()}_OPEN_TO_CLOSE_API_KEY"
return os.getenv(env_var)
def _get_base_url(self):
urls = {
"development": "https://dev-api.opentoclose.com/v1",
"staging": "https://staging-api.opentoclose.com/v1",
"production": "https://api.opentoclose.com/v1"
}
return urls[self.environment]
๐ Monitoring & Observability¶
API Usage Monitoring¶
import logging
from datetime import datetime
class APIMonitor:
"""Monitor API usage and performance."""
def __init__(self, client):
self.client = client
self.logger = logging.getLogger(__name__)
def track_request(self, method, endpoint, duration, status_code):
"""Track API request metrics."""
self.logger.info(f"{method} {endpoint} - {status_code} ({duration}ms)")
# Send to monitoring system
send_metric("api.request", {
"method": method,
"endpoint": endpoint,
"duration": duration,
"status": status_code,
"timestamp": datetime.now()
})
Health Checks¶
def health_check():
"""Verify API connectivity and authentication."""
try:
client = OpenToCloseAPI()
# Simple test call
client.agents.list_agents(params={"limit": 1})
return {"status": "healthy", "timestamp": datetime.now()}
except Exception as e:
return {"status": "unhealthy", "error": str(e), "timestamp": datetime.now()}
๐ Related Documentation¶
Additional Resources
- API Reference - Complete method documentation
- Getting Started - Installation and setup
- Properties API - Property management operations
๐ Quick Start¶
Ready to dive in? Here's your learning path:
- Getting Started - Setup and configuration
- Quick Start Tutorial - Make your first API calls
- Properties API - Learn property management
- API Reference - Explore all available operations
Build better applications with proven patterns and best practices from the Open To Close API community.