API Documentation Overview

Welcome to the MSDN API

This documentation provides comprehensive details on how to integrate with and leverage the MSDN API. Our APIs are designed to be RESTful, secure, and easy to use, allowing you to build powerful applications and services that interact with the Microsoft developer ecosystem.

We aim to provide a consistent and well-documented experience. Please explore the sections below to get started.

Key Concepts

Before diving into specific endpoints, familiarize yourself with these fundamental concepts:

  • Authentication: Learn how to secure your API requests using OAuth 2.0 and API keys.
  • Rate Limiting: Understand the usage limits to ensure smooth operation of your applications.
  • Error Handling: Discover how to interpret and respond to API errors effectively.
  • Data Formats: Our APIs primarily use JSON for requests and responses.

Getting Started

Follow these steps to quickly start integrating:

  1. Sign Up for an API Key: Obtain your credentials from the Developer Portal.
  2. Understand Authentication: Review the Authentication guide.
  3. Make Your First Request: Try a simple GET request to one of our public endpoints, like fetching user data.

Example of a basic authenticated request using cURL:


curl -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_ACCESS_TOKEN" \
     "https://api.msdn.microsoft.com/v2/users/me"

API Features

Our API offers a wide range of functionalities across different domains:

Authentication & Authorization

Securely authenticate users and manage access permissions for your applications.

User Management

Create, retrieve, update, and delete user profiles and associated data.

Data Storage

Utilize our robust data storage solutions to persist and manage your application's data.

Notifications

Send push notifications, emails, and SMS messages to your users.

Analytics

Access powerful analytics tools to gain insights into user behavior and application performance.

Third-Party Integrations

Seamlessly integrate with popular third-party services.

API Reference

For detailed information on specific endpoints, parameters, and responses, please refer to the API Reference section.

Versioning

We maintain backward compatibility for stable API versions. You can find information about current and past versions, including our Changelog and versioning strategy, in the dedicated section.