The Dropbox API allow you to manage and control content programmatically and extend Dropbox capabilities in new and creative ways. If you've ever wanted to explore the DBX Platform but didn't know where to begin, we’ve just published a guide that will take you through the basic steps required to get up and running using the Dropbox API.
Through this step-by-step tutorial, you’ll learn all about building on the DBX Platform while creat ing a simple file organization app to help sort files within your Dropbox account.
This Getting Started with the Dropbox API guide is divided into three sections:
1. Creating a Dropbox app and navigating the App Console
In this section, you’ll learn about the different app permission categories, how to manage your app settings, and track app analytics.
2. Working with the API documentation and API Explorer
In this section, you’ll learn how to navigate and understand the documentation and begin testing endpoints to prototype your app
3. Writing a script for a simple expense organizer app
In the final section, you’ll be designing and writing a script for a file organization app using Dropbox.
Check out the full guide here and start building with the Dropbox API.
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