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x-api

Manage X API authentication, rate limits, and cost estimation.

1|Updated Mar 5, 2026
Search Tags:#developer tools#authentication#rate limiting#api management#x api
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/MCERQUA/jam-skills --skill x-api-mcerqua
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: x-api
Source: https://github.com/MCERQUA/jam-skills/tree/main/x-api
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/MCERQUA/jam-skills --skill x-api-mcerqua

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires twitter-api-v2, requests, requests_oauthlib, tweepy, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps manage and optimize the X API, providing comprehensive information and tools to ensure seamless integration and prevent common pitfalls like rate-limiting and billing surprises.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • API Reference: Access detailed information about the X API, including endpoint documentation, auth methods, and rate limits.
  • Auth Quick Pick: Simplifies the selection of the appropriate authentication method for different API needs.
  • Cost Estimation: Assists in estimating the cost of API usage based on read and write operations.
  • Rate-Limit Defense: Offers strategies to handle rate limits and optimize API requests.
  • Use Case: A developer can use this Skill to determine the best approach to authenticate and use the X API, ensuring they avoid common errors and optimize their API usage for efficiency and cost.

Quick Start

Activate the x-api skill and use the 'show pricing' command to understand the cost implications of X API usage.

Frequently Asked Questions about x-api

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I avoid hitting rate limits when using the X API?▼

To avoid X API rate limits, implement rate-limit defense strategies to optimize requests and prevent integration failures. This ensures your application stays within the defined request boundaries.

What authentication method should I use for the X API?▼

The appropriate X API authentication method depends on your endpoint needs. Use the auth quick pick feature to simplify selection between OAuth and bearer token methods for your specific integration requirements.

How do I estimate the cost of my X API usage?▼

Estimate X API usage cost by calculating the volume of read and write operations. This cost estimation predicts billing and prevents unexpected charges based on your specific API request patterns.

Does this skill work with twitter-api-v2 and tweepy?▼

Yes, this skill provides guidance compatible with twitter-api-v2 and tweepy, alongside requests and requests_oauthlib. It helps manage and optimize your X API integration across these specific developer libraries.

Why does my X API integration fail with common errors?▼

X API integrations often fail due to incorrect authentication or exceeded rate limits. This skill provides in-depth endpoint documentation and auth method guidance to help you avoid these common integration pitfalls.

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