pixee-api

Sends authenticated REST API requests to any Pixee endpoint with HAL discovery navigation and error reporting.

31|12|Updated Nov 28, 2023
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/pixee/pixee-cli --skill pixee-api
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Skill: pixee-api
Source: https://github.com/pixee/pixee-cli/tree/main/skills/pixee-api
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/pixee/pixee-cli --skill pixee-api

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Quickly access and interact with any Pixee REST API endpoint by securely constructing and sending authenticated requests, removing the need to manually assemble HTTP calls.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Ad-hoc API calls: Send authenticated requests to any Pixee REST API endpoint when a dedicated subcommand does not exist.
  • HAL discovery-aware navigation: Start at the API root and follow available links to reach resources without hardcoding paths.
  • Error handling & normalization: Receive consistent responses and meaningful error messages for failed requests.

Quick Start

Authenticate against a Pixee deployment and run a test request to /api/v1 to verify connectivity.

Frequently Asked Questions about pixee-api

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I send authenticated REST API requests to a Pixee deployment?

You can perform ad-hoc API calls against any Pixee REST API endpoint when a dedicated subcommand does not exist. This handles request construction, response handling, and error reporting for multi-step operations.

How does HAL discovery work when navigating Pixee API endpoints?

Error handling normalizes failed HTTP requests to provide consistent responses and meaningful error messages. This ensures failed API calls return structured feedback rather than raw HTTP errors.

Do I need to configure authentication before making Pixee API calls?

To verify connectivity after configuring authentication, run a test request to the /api/v1 endpoint. This quick start step confirms your credentials are valid and the deployment is reachable.

Can I execute multi-step API queries without hardcoding endpoint paths?

The primary limitation is its dependency on prior authentication configuration; without it, authenticated requests will fail. Additionally, endpoint navigation relies on HAL discovery, requiring the API to expose hypermedia links.