Glossary

Term	Definition
API Key	A unique secret token used to authenticate requests to the Origin Studio API. API keys identify the calling client and determine access permissions. API keys must be included in the Authorization header of every request.
Authentication	The process of verifying the identity of a client making API requests. Origin Studio uses API key–based authentication.
Authorization	The mechanism that determines what actions an authenticated client is allowed to perform. Authorization is handled by including a valid API key in the request header.
Endpoint	A specific URL path within the API that performs a defined operation. Examples: GET /v1/records POST /v1/records GET /v1/records/{id} Each endpoint corresponds to a resource or action.
Resource	An object managed by the API. Examples: Record Title Metadata entity Resources are accessed and modified via endpoints.
JSON	JavaScript Object Notation — a lightweight data-interchange format used for API requests and responses. All Origin Studio API requests and responses use JSON. Example:
JSON:API	A specification that standardizes how APIs structure requests and responses using JSON. Origin Studio responses follow the JSON:API format, including: jsonapi data errors
HTTP Method	The action performed on a resource. Common methods: GET – Retrieve data POST – Create a resource PUT / PATCH – Update a resource DELETE – Remove a resource
Header	Metadata included in an HTTP request or response. Example: Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY Headers are used for authentication, content type, and request handling.
Webhook	An HTTP callback triggered when an event occurs. Origin Studio uses Amazon SNS to notify external systems when records are created or updated.