Table of Contents
Integration Overview
Flumberico provides multiple integration methods to suit different technical requirements and platform capabilities. Choose the approach that best fits your organization's needs.
API Integration
Direct API integration for custom applications and advanced use cases
- Full control over implementation
- Custom data mapping
- Advanced automation capabilities
Platform Plugins
Pre-built plugins for popular e-commerce and business platforms
- Quick setup and deployment
- Minimal technical requirements
- Automatic updates
Webhook Integration
Real-time data synchronization using webhooks
- Instant data updates
- Event-driven architecture
- Reduced API calls
Prerequisites
Before starting your integration, ensure you have the following requirements in place.
API Access
Generate API keys from your organization dashboard with appropriate permissions.
Settings → API Keys → Generate New Key
Technical Team
Ensure your development team has access to the necessary resources and documentation.
- Frontend and backend developers
- System administrators
- Quality assurance team
Environment Setup
Set up development, staging, and production environments for testing.
- Development environment for testing
- Staging environment for validation
- Production environment for live deployment
Shopify Integration
Step-by-step guide for integrating flumberico with Shopify stores.
Install Shopify App
Install the flumberico app from the Shopify App Store
Shopify Admin → Apps → Visit Shopify App Store
Search for "Flumberico" → Install App
Configure App Settings
Configure the app settings to match your store requirements
- Set up product synchronization
- Configure order tracking
- Enable customer data sync
Test Integration
Test the integration with sample data before going live
- Create test orders
- Verify data synchronization
- Check analytics reporting
Go Live
Activate the integration and monitor performance
- Enable live data sync
- Monitor dashboard metrics
- Set up alerts and notifications
WooCommerce Integration
Integration guide for WordPress WooCommerce stores.
Install WordPress Plugin
Download and install the flumberico WordPress plugin
WordPress Admin → Plugins → Add New
Upload flumberico-plugin.zip → Activate
Configure Plugin Settings
Enter your API credentials and configure plugin settings
WordPress Admin → Flumberico Settings
Enter API Key → Configure Sync Options
Set Up Data Mapping
Map WooCommerce data fields to flumberico data structure
- Product field mapping
- Order data synchronization
- Customer profile mapping
Magento Integration
Enterprise integration guide for Magento e-commerce platforms.
Install Extension
Install the flumberico Magento 2 extension via Composer
composer require flumberico/magento2-extension
php bin/magento module:enable Flumberico_Integration
php bin/magento setup:upgrade
Configure Extension
Configure the extension through Magento admin panel
Stores → Configuration → Flumberico Settings
Enter API Credentials → Configure Sync Options
Set Up Cron Jobs
Configure Magento cron jobs for automatic data synchronization
# Add to crontab
* * * * * /usr/bin/php /var/www/html/bin/magento cron:run
Custom Integration
Guide for custom API integration with flumberico platform.
Set Up Authentication
Configure API authentication in your application
const headers = {
'Authorization': 'Bearer your-api-key-here',
'Content-Type': 'application/json'
};
Implement Data Sync
Create data synchronization logic for your specific use case
- User data synchronization
- Product/Service data mapping
- Order/Transaction processing
Handle Webhooks
Implement webhook handlers for real-time updates
app.post('/webhooks/flumberico', (req, res) => {
const event = req.body;
// Process webhook event
res.status(200).send('OK');
});
Testing & Validation
Comprehensive testing guide to ensure successful integration.
Integration Testing Checklist
Test Scenarios
- Happy Path: Normal operation with valid data
- Error Conditions: Invalid data, network failures
- Edge Cases: Large datasets, concurrent access
- Security Tests: Authentication, authorization
Troubleshooting
Common integration issues and their solutions.
API Authentication Failures
Symptoms: 401 Unauthorized errors, authentication failures
Solutions:
- Verify API key is correct and active
- Check API key permissions and scope
- Ensure proper header format: Authorization: Bearer [key]
Data Synchronization Issues
Symptoms: Missing data, incomplete sync, duplicate records
Solutions:
- Check data mapping configurations
- Verify webhook endpoints are accessible
- Monitor API rate limits and quotas
Performance Problems
Symptoms: Slow response times, timeouts, high latency
Solutions:
- Implement request batching and caching
- Monitor network connectivity and bandwidth
- Optimize data payload sizes