🚀 Ready to supercharge your business automation with Make.com and Bubble.io? Today, we’re diving into the HTTP module in Make.com. This powerful tool is perfect for when an endpoint isn’t supported or an app lacks integration. Let’s get started! 🛠️

Why Use the HTTP Module?

The HTTP module in Make.com allows you to make custom API calls, perfect for when an app like Pipedrive has multiple endpoints that aren’t integrated. Instead of waiting for an integration, you can use the HTTP module to handle these endpoints yourself. 🎯

Key Reasons to Use the HTTP Module

• Connect to apps that aren’t yet integrated with Make.com.
• Customize API calls to suit your needs.
• Handle authentication easily.

Steps to Set Up a Basic Endpoint

Let’s look at setting up a basic endpoint for a service like News API. Follow these steps:

1. Get Familiar with the Documentation 📚

Start by copying your API key and pasting it into a notepad. Then, find the API documentation for your app. A quick Google search for “News API documentation” usually does the trick. You may also want to search for “API developer page” or “API developer resources.”

2. Authenticate Your Call 🔐

Authentication is crucial. If your custom HTTP call isn’t working, it’s likely due to incorrect authentication. For News API, you can authenticate via the API key as a query string parameter. Remember, this is case-sensitive!

3. Set Up Your Endpoint URL 🌐

For News API, the base URL is https://newsapi.org/v2/. The endpoint path is “everything.” So, your full URL will be https://newsapi.org/v2/everything. Copy this and paste it into your HTTP module setup.

4. Choose the Type of Call 🛎️

Most of the time, you’ll be using GET, POST, or PUT methods. For our example, we’ll use the GET method to retrieve data. Add your authentication as a query string parameter (API key). Click OK and test the call.

Handling Responses

The HTTP module returns data in various formats like JSON, XML, or plain text. For our example, we’ll parse the JSON response to use it in our scenario. If you encounter a status 400 error, check your parameters and try again.

Common API Call Methods

• GET: Retrieve data from the server.
• POST: Send data to the server.
• PUT: Update existing data.

Advanced Authentication Methods

News API supports three common authentication methods:

API Key in the Header

Use the API key in the HTTP header. Change the parameter name accordingly and test the call.

Authorization Bearer

Use the “Authorization: Bearer” method in the HTTP header. Add a space between “Bearer” and your API key. Test the call to ensure it works.

Working with Parameters

Some APIs require parameters in the URL, while others need them in the body as JSON, XML, or text. Always refer to the documentation for guidance. For example, you might need to send a JSON data packet like this:

{"q": "value"}

Wrapping Up

Understanding and utilizing the HTTP module in Make.com can significantly enhance your automation capabilities. Whether you’re integrating with Bubble.io or any other app, this module is a game-changer. 🌟

Got questions? Drop them in the comments below, and we’ll get back to you. Happy automating! 🤖