Obtain an API key or OAuth token from GHL and grant Teachworks the required scope, such as contacts.readonly, to access contact data.
During setup, authorize the Teachworks app to access your GHL account. Use the recommended OAuth flow and ensure the correct scopes are granted.
GET /contacts/:contactId, GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks, GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId, GET /contacts/:contactId/notes, GET /contacts/:contactId/notes/:id, GET /contacts/:contactId/appointments, GET /contacts/, GET /contacts/business/:businessId, POST /contacts/, PUT /contacts/:contactId, DELETE /contacts/:contactId, POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks, PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId, PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId/completed, DELETE /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId, POST /contacts/:contactId/tags
Trigger: a Teachworks contact is updated; propagate changes to GHL to keep both records aligned.
Actions: map fields and call GET /contacts/:contactId to fetch data, then update the corresponding GHL contact with PUT or PATCH.
GET /contacts/:contactId
id, name, email, phone, lastUpdated
Trigger: new Teachworks contact is created; create a matching GHL contact.
Actions: POST /contacts/ to create, map core fields (name, email, phone, businessId) and apply tags if needed.
POST /contacts/
name, email, phone, businessId, tags
Trigger: updates to Teachworks notes or tasks trigger corresponding updates in GHL.
Actions: update relevant GHL records via PUT /contacts/:contactId or PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId and create notes via POST /contacts/:contactId/notes as needed.
PUT /contacts/:contactId and PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId
contactId, taskId, noteId, status
Consolidates data between Teachworks and GHL, eliminating silos and duplication.
Enables automation and workflows without custom code.
Speeds up onboarding, support, and reporting with synchronized records.
This section explains core data elements and processes: Contacts, Tasks, Notes, Appointments, and Tags, and how data moves between GHL and Teachworks.
An API is a set of endpoints that lets apps like Teachworks and GHL exchange data programmatically.
A specific URL in an API used to perform an action, such as retrieving or updating a resource.
Authentication verifies requests come from a trusted app via keys or tokens.
An event-driven notification that informs Teachworks of changes in GHL so you can react automatically.
Automatically sync Teachworks contacts to GHL to keep profiles up to date with enriched data.
Trigger updates from Teachworks to GHL when tasks change, ensuring synchronized task statuses.
Keep notes and appointment data aligned across systems for complete client histories.
Obtain credentials, choose the appropriate scope (like contacts.readonly), and authorize the Teachworks app.
Configure events and select endpoints for reading and writing data.
Create field mappings between Teachworks and GHL and perform test runs to verify data flow.
The GHL Contacts API exposes endpoints to manage contacts, tasks, notes, and appointments. It is designed for programmatic access from apps like Teachworks. Use read operations for syncing and write operations to create or update records as needed, while respecting rate limits and permissions.
Permissions are controlled by scopes. For read-only syncing, use the contacts.readonly scope. If you need to create or update data, request broader scopes such as contacts.write and ensure proper governance and data security.
Supported endpoints include GET, POST, PUT, and DELETE operations for contacts, tasks, notes, and tags. Use GET to read, POST to create, PUT to update, and DELETE to remove. See the Endpoint List for specifics and required parameters.
Authentication is via API keys or OAuth tokens. During setup, authorize the Teachworks app to access GHL data and include the token or key in requests to the API.
No-code options exist using built-in automations in Teachworks and GHL to choreograph data flow. For more complex logic, you can add lightweight scripts or webhooks; code is optional.
Testing the integration involves using a sandbox or test mode to verify mappings and data flow. Review sample records and run end-to-end checks to confirm accuracy before going live.
Logs are available in both Teachworks and GHL integration dashboards. Enable verbose logging to capture details, then review error messages and mapping issues to diagnose problems.
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