To enable a connection, generate an API key in Blogs API and grant Instant Roofer the necessary scopes. Store securely and test the connection with a sandbox.
Within Instant Roofer, start the OAuth flow or bind an API key to authorize access to Blogs API resources. Confirm permissions and save the setup.
Key endpoints: GET /blogs/categories, GET /blogs/authors, GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists, POST /blogs/posts, PUT /blogs/posts/:postId, GET blogs/check-slug.readonly (to verify slug availability).
Trigger: a new roof project is recorded in Instant Roofer
Action: POST to /blogs/posts to generate a new blog entry with title, summary, and content
POST /blogs/posts
title, content, slug, author_id, tags, publish_date
Trigger: Instant Roofer project details are updated
Action: PUT to /blogs/posts/:postId to refresh title, content, and metadata
PUT /blogs/posts/:postId
postId, title, content, slug
Trigger: new Instant Roofer entry requires a blog post slug
Action: Check slug with GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists; if available, POST to create; otherwise adjust slug
GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists or POST /blogs/posts
slug, title, postId
Build powerful automation without a line of code, accelerating time-to-publish.
Keep blog content synchronized with Instant Roofer data in real time or on a schedule.
Create flexible workflows with triggers, filters, and mappings tailored to your content strategy.
A quick glossary of terms and core elements used in the Blogs API integration with Instant Roofer.
Application Programming Interface: a defined set of rules that lets apps talk to Blogs API and Instant Roofer.
A real-time HTTP callback that notifies your app when a specific event occurs.
A URL-friendly string used to identify a blog post and check slug availability.
A blog entry created or updated via the Blogs API.
Automatically draft blog posts when a new roof project is recorded, using templates and SEO fields.
Sync changes to titles, descriptions, and metadata in real time.
Plan publishing windows and automatically archive outdated posts.
Connect the APIs and grant the necessary permissions to allow data flow between Blogs API and Instant Roofer.
Match Instant Roofer fields to blog post fields (title, content, slug, author, publish date).
Build the workflow, run tests, and deploy to production with monitoring.
The Blogs API integration lets Instant Roofer publish and manage blog posts using standard API endpoints. It enables automation, field mapping, and real-time updates between apps. You can generate content templates and choreograph workflows without touching code. This ensures a scalable content pipeline that reflects the latest project data. Explore authentication, endpoint usage, and error handling to build reliable automations.
While you can leverage low-code connectors, most setups at least require configuring API keys and OAuth settings in both apps. Zapier-style automations provide easy mapping, but some custom fields may benefit from small scripts or conditional logic to validate data. The goal is a smooth, maintainable flow that minimizes manual tasks.
For most use cases, the essential endpoints include creating and updating posts, slug checks, and category/author lookups. Start with POST /blogs/posts, PUT /blogs/posts/:postId, GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists, and GET /blogs/categories and GET /blogs/authors to fill in required data. As your needs grow, you can add extra endpoints like slug verification or search to enhance reliability.
Test in a sandbox or with draft content. Validate field mappings, trigger conditions, and error responses. Use sample data to simulate real scenarios and review logs for visibility. Only promote to production after successful end-to-end tests and security checks.
Yes. Scheduling can be achieved by combining a trigger from Instant Roofer with a publish action to Blogs API. You can set up time-based or data-based triggers and batch posts for publication. This keeps your content calendar aligned with roofing project milestones.
Slug conflicts are avoided by checking slug existence before creation and by appending a unique suffix if needed. The Blogs API supports a slug-exists check endpoint to help maintain unique, readable URLs.
API keys and credentials are managed in the Blogs API and the Instant Roofer app. Store keys securely, use least-privilege scopes, and rotate credentials regularly. Use the app’s settings area to view or regenerate credentials.
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