API Integration Patterns

Unified patterns for building robust, secure external API integrations in laneweaverTMS. These patterns apply across all integrations (QuickBooks, MyCarrierPackets, Slack, and future APIs).

When to Use This Skill

• Implementing OAuth2 authentication with any external service
• Building token refresh and storage mechanisms
• Choosing between webhooks and polling for data sync
• Implementing rate limiting and backoff strategies
• Handling API errors consistently across integrations
• Designing multi-tenant token isolation
• Securing webhook endpoints
• Writing integration tests for external APIs

OAuth2 Token Lifecycle

Token Types and Responsibilities