Mission 1: Create API Key

Estimated time: 5 minutes

Learning Objective

Learn how to create and manage an API Key - the first and most crucial step in setting up LOGIBLOX as your backend solution. This API key will authenticate external applications and enable secure access to your data and workflows.

Dataset

Download the required dataset: table.csv

Prerequisites

Please refer to the Navigation Guide to familiarize yourself with the platform interface before starting this mission.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Create a New Project

In the main view panel, click New Project and name it "My Backend" in the dialog.

2. Import the Dataset

Import the dataset via Add Item → Add Data → CSV. This table will be used in later missions.

3. Configure the Table Index

Right-click the dataset
Click Settings
Select Lead ID as the Index

Table Settings (left) and Index Configuration (right)

Important

Setting an Index column is crucial for performing all CRUD operations (Create, Read, Update, Delete) with this table via API.

4. Open API Documentation

Navigate to the API Documentation of the folder (see screenshot below).

Folder Settings — Find the API Documentation in the folder menu

5. Navigate to API Key Configuration

In the API Documentation menu, click the button on the right to go to API Key Configuration.

6. Create Your API Key

Click "API" in the configuration section
Create your key
Click Apply

Create API Key — Create and manage your API Key

7. Save Your API Key

You have now created the API Key! Save it securely - you'll need it to authenticate external projects.

Understanding API Keys

What is an API Key?

An API key is a unique authentication token that:

Identifies your application or integration
Authorizes access to your LOGIBLOX data
Secures your backend from unauthorized access
Tracks API usage and requests

Best Practices

Security

Never share your API key publicly
Store it securely (environment variables, secure vaults)
Regenerate keys if compromised
Use different keys for different applications

What You Can Do With This API Key

Once you have your API key, you can:

Read Data - Query and retrieve records from your table
Create Records - Add new entries via API calls
Update Records - Modify existing data programmatically
Delete Records - Remove entries through the API
Access Flows - Trigger and execute Flows remotely

Summary

You've successfully learned how to:

✓ Create a project for backend operations

✓ Import and configure a table as a database

✓ Set an Index column for CRUD operations

✓ Access the API Documentation

✓ Generate an API key for authentication

✓ Understand API security best practices

Well done! Now let's move on to the next mission!