Authenticate API requests to Blogs API using API keys or OAuth. In this Azure DevOps integration, store credentials in a secure service connection and rotate them periodically.
Azure DevOps supports Personal Access Tokens (PATs) or OAuth. Generate a PAT and configure a service connection to the Blogs API, restricting scope to the needed endpoints.
GET emails/builder; emails/builder.write; POST emails/builder; POST /emails/builder/data; DELETE /emails/builder/:locationId/:templateId; emails/schedule.readonly; GET emails/schedule; blogs/post.write; POST /blogs/posts; POST /blogs/posts; blogs/post-update.write; PUT /blogs/posts/:postId; blogs/check-slug.readonly; GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists; blogs/category.readonly; GET /blogs/categories; blogs/author.readonly; GET /blogs/authors
Trigger: When a new blog draft is ready in Azure DevOps, call the Blogs API to create or update a post.
Actions: Create a draft, attach metadata, set slug and publish status.
Method path: POST /blogs/posts and PUT /blogs/posts/:postId to manage content.
Key fields: title, content, slug, status, categories.
Trigger: Acquire an access token via Azure AD to call Blogs API on demand.
Actions: Read categories and authors, fetch templates, update posts.
Method path: GET /blogs/categories, GET /blogs/authors, GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists.
Key fields: client_id, client_secret, scope, token_type.
Trigger: A scheduled release run triggers content sync via REST calls.
Actions: Validate slug, draft creation, publish checks.
Method path: POST /blogs/posts, PUT /blogs/posts/:postId, GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists.
Key fields: slug, status, publishDate.
Automate content publishing without writing code.
Streamline collaboration between dev and content teams.
Maintain consistent taxonomy and SEO metadata across tools.
This section explains the main elements: authentication methods, endpoints, data mappings, and triggers used to connect Blogs API with Azure DevOps.
A blog post entry managed by the Blogs API.
A specific API path that performs a defined operation.
Process to verify identities and grant access to APIs.
A URL-friendly identifier created from the post title.
Link Azure DevOps work items to blog posts; when a work item moves to Ready for Review, a draft is created in Blogs API with the title and metadata synced automatically.
Tie sprint end dates to blog publishing schedules so posts go live shortly after release notes are finalized.
Map Azure DevOps taxonomy to blog categories to keep taxonomy aligned across systems.
In Azure DevOps, add a service connection for the Blogs API using either API key or OAuth credentials.
Choose the authentication method, configure scopes, and test the connection.
Define the data mappings and create build or release tasks to trigger API calls.
No extensive coding is required. Use Azure DevOps service connections and REST API calls to trigger Blogs API actions. The workflow can be configured in pipelines or release tasks with standard tasks for HTTP requests. If you’re comfortable with basic YAML or pipeline tasks, you can automate end-to-end content publishing quickly. For advanced scenarios, you can layer in conditional logic and error handling within your pipelines.
We support API key-based authentication and OAuth via Azure AD. API keys are simple and fast for small teams, while OAuth provides token-based access with scoped permissions. Choose the method that fits your security policy and rotate credentials regularly. Store secrets in Azure DevOps secure libraries or a dedicated key vault.
Yes. When the integration is set up, you can create, update, or publish blog posts directly from Azure DevOps workflows. This enables content teams to collaborate with developers and QA without leaving their existing tooling. You can also draft content first and push final versions after approval.
API rate limits vary by plan. Plan for retries with exponential backoff and implement graceful error handling in your pipelines. Consider pacing requests during peak times and batching updates where possible to minimize calls.
Map fields such as title, content, slug, excerpt, categories, and metadata between Azure DevOps work items and Blogs API posts. Use explicit field mappings in your automation logic to ensure consistency. Validate required fields before posting to avoid failed calls.
Yes. You can create drafts in Blogs API from Azure DevOps, route them for internal review, and then publish once approved. The workflow can include steps for approvals and content quality checks before final publication.
Custom fields and categories can be supported by mapping to the Blogs API. You can extend your mappings to include additional metadata or taxonomy as needed, ensuring alignment with your editorial guidelines.
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