Growbud Developers
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The Read API gives data and changes nothing. The Write API controls equipment. Both are REST, JSON over HTTPS, with bearer tokens.
Read API
Get sensor data, thresholds, outlets and Controllers. GET only: it changes nothing.
Write API
Switch outlets and Controller outputs. Needs a control token. The Edge Server records each call.
Available on the Edge Server only for now.
Get the Edge Server
The Write API runs on the Edge Server. Install it on a computer on your site with one command.
Which API to use
| Read API | Write API | |
|---|---|---|
| What it does | Gives data. Changes nothing. | Switches outlets and Controller outputs |
| Methods | GET | GET, POST |
| Token | Web app or Edge Server token | Edge Server token with the control scope |
| Record of each call | No | Yes |
| Cost | Charged per request on Growbud Cloud. Free on your Edge Server. | Free (runs on your Edge Server) |
| Equipment | Sensors, outlets, Controllers | Outlets, Controllers |