{"id":9443024371986,"title":"Smartsheet Get My Info Integration","handle":"smartsheet-get-my-info-integration","description":"\u003ch2\u003eExploring the Smartsheet API: Get My Info Endpoint\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Smartsheet API provides a wide array of endpoints allowing developers to interact with its services programmatically. Among these endpoints is the \"Get My Info\" endpoint, which is a valuable resource for obtaining information about the currently authenticated user. In this article, we'll delve into what can be accomplished with this API endpoint and the problems it helps solve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFunctionality of the 'Get My Info' Endpoint\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBy calling the 'Get My Info' endpoint, developers can retrieve details about the user account that is currently authenticated with the API. This includes information such as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eUser's unique identifier within Smartsheet (userID)\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eEmail address associated with the user's account\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eUser's first and last name\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eStatus of the user's account (active or pending)\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eTime zone and locale settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eProfile picture URL\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eWorkspace and sheet access permissions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis request requires the use of an access token that represents the user's session. The token must be included in the authorization header of the HTTP request.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProblems Solved by the 'Get My Info' Endpoint\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 'Get My Info' endpoint plays a critical role in addressing several user and session management issues within the context of a Smartsheet application or integration. Here's an overview of some typical use cases and problems that this endpoint can help solve:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eAuthentication Confirmation\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBy making a call to this endpoint, developers can confirm user authentication status, ensuring that the access token is valid and that the session is active before attempting to perform any subsequent API actions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eUser Context Awareness\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eApplications can use the endpoint to identify the current user and personalize the experience accordingly. For instance, the app can greet the user by name, apply locale preferences to data presentation, or only display sheets and workspaces that the user has access to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eAccount-based Feature Access\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDevelopers can use the endpoint to check the type of Smartsheet account the user possesses and conditionally enable features relevant to their subscription tier or access level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eCollaboration Management\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe information provided by the endpoint can be used to determine which documents the user can collaborate on, streamlining file sharing and role assignments within the application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eProfile Picture Integration\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eApplications can fetch and display the user's profile picture to foster a more connected and personalized user experience, particularly in collaborative settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eError Handling\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf issues arise with the user's account status (e.g., a pending account), the endpoint can inform the application, which can then alert the user and guide them towards resolving the issue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eConclusion\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn summary, the 'Get My Info' endpoint is an essential tool within the Smartsheet API arsenal. It enhances user experience, streamlines application workflows, and ensures smooth interaction with user-specific data. By leveraging this endpoint, developers can create intuitive, responsive, and personalized applications for Smartsheet users.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2024-05-11T08:57:45-05:00","created_at":"2024-05-11T08:57:46-05:00","vendor":"Smartsheet","type":"Integration","tags":[],"price":0,"price_min":0,"price_max":0,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":49093772706066,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Smartsheet Get My Info Integration","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":0,"weight":0,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_management":null,"barcode":null,"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[]}],"images":["\/\/consultantsinabox.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/5b67e9ce261f001dcdae51d8f6eb2e79_e355570c-e934-45bb-bfeb-7d11052029fe.png?v=1715435866"],"featured_image":"\/\/consultantsinabox.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/5b67e9ce261f001dcdae51d8f6eb2e79_e355570c-e934-45bb-bfeb-7d11052029fe.png?v=1715435866","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":"Smartsheet Logo","id":39109155979538,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":1800,"width":1800,"src":"\/\/consultantsinabox.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/5b67e9ce261f001dcdae51d8f6eb2e79_e355570c-e934-45bb-bfeb-7d11052029fe.png?v=1715435866"},"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":1800,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/consultantsinabox.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/5b67e9ce261f001dcdae51d8f6eb2e79_e355570c-e934-45bb-bfeb-7d11052029fe.png?v=1715435866","width":1800}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003ch2\u003eExploring the Smartsheet API: Get My Info Endpoint\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Smartsheet API provides a wide array of endpoints allowing developers to interact with its services programmatically. Among these endpoints is the \"Get My Info\" endpoint, which is a valuable resource for obtaining information about the currently authenticated user. In this article, we'll delve into what can be accomplished with this API endpoint and the problems it helps solve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFunctionality of the 'Get My Info' Endpoint\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBy calling the 'Get My Info' endpoint, developers can retrieve details about the user account that is currently authenticated with the API. This includes information such as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eUser's unique identifier within Smartsheet (userID)\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eEmail address associated with the user's account\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eUser's first and last name\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eStatus of the user's account (active or pending)\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eTime zone and locale settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eProfile picture URL\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eWorkspace and sheet access permissions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis request requires the use of an access token that represents the user's session. The token must be included in the authorization header of the HTTP request.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProblems Solved by the 'Get My Info' Endpoint\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 'Get My Info' endpoint plays a critical role in addressing several user and session management issues within the context of a Smartsheet application or integration. Here's an overview of some typical use cases and problems that this endpoint can help solve:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eAuthentication Confirmation\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBy making a call to this endpoint, developers can confirm user authentication status, ensuring that the access token is valid and that the session is active before attempting to perform any subsequent API actions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eUser Context Awareness\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eApplications can use the endpoint to identify the current user and personalize the experience accordingly. For instance, the app can greet the user by name, apply locale preferences to data presentation, or only display sheets and workspaces that the user has access to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eAccount-based Feature Access\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDevelopers can use the endpoint to check the type of Smartsheet account the user possesses and conditionally enable features relevant to their subscription tier or access level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eCollaboration Management\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe information provided by the endpoint can be used to determine which documents the user can collaborate on, streamlining file sharing and role assignments within the application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eProfile Picture Integration\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eApplications can fetch and display the user's profile picture to foster a more connected and personalized user experience, particularly in collaborative settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eError Handling\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf issues arise with the user's account status (e.g., a pending account), the endpoint can inform the application, which can then alert the user and guide them towards resolving the issue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eConclusion\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn summary, the 'Get My Info' endpoint is an essential tool within the Smartsheet API arsenal. It enhances user experience, streamlines application workflows, and ensures smooth interaction with user-specific data. By leveraging this endpoint, developers can create intuitive, responsive, and personalized applications for Smartsheet users.\u003c\/p\u003e"}