api-postman-collection

You can keep a Postman collection in sync with Rails API endpoints by automatically generating or updating the collection JSON file whenever routes or controller actions change. This ensures the collection reflects the latest API surface.

Generating a Postman collection JSON for a Rails engine requires maintaining a single collection file per app or engine. The collection is automatically updated when you add or modify API endpoints within that specific engine.

Yes, the Postman collection supports different environments by leveraging a base_url variable pattern. This allows the same generated collection JSON to be used across various deployment environments without altering the endpoint definitions.

No, you cannot use non-English descriptions. The collection enforces English for all endpoint names and descriptions to maintain consistency across the generated API documentation and testing artifacts.

You should update your Postman collection whenever you create or change routes and controller actions in your Rails apps or engines. Automatic synchronization ensures the collection accurately reflects the current API surface.

The best way to document Rails API endpoints for testing is to automatically generate a Postman collection JSON file that stays synchronized with your routes. This guarantees your testing artifacts always match the latest API surface.