topic How to do a API Call Out from Hubspot in Data Hub

How to do a API Call Out from Hubspot

GMaheshwari — Thu, 14 Nov 2024 14:05:28 GMT

Hi Team,

I want to make a api call out from hubspot. Can i known what is the best practice to make a API callout and what all resource i would be requiring to setup a callout

Thanks!

Re: How to do a API Call Out from Hubspot

PamCotton — Thu, 14 Nov 2024 19:09:15 GMT

Hey @GMaheshwari, thank you for posting in our Community!

To make an API callout from HubSpot, the best approach is often to use HubSpot Workflows with Custom Code Actions. This method allows you to write serverless code using Node.js to execute an API call as part of an automated workflow. You’ll need access to an Operations Hub Professional or Enterprise subscription for this setup, and some familiarity with JavaScript and Node.js will be helpful. Alternatively, webhooks can also send real-time data to an external application if that fits your needs better.

To our top experts, @Anton and @ScottPennwood any recommendations for @GMaheshwari matter?

Thank you,

Pam

Re: How to do a API Call Out from Hubspot

ScottPennwood — Thu, 14 Nov 2024 19:57:49 GMT

Hey @GMaheshwari,

Just to build on what @PamCotton has said, here's a couple of resources that should get you from where you are to where you need to go!

Hubspot blog on API calls (a real beginners guide)

Knowledge base article on using web hooks with workflows

If in doubt, call in a HubSpot developer 😊

Best of luck with your project!