Every time you create a model in Applaud, we automatically generate a powerful set of REST APIs for it. These APIs give you full control to retrieve, create, update, and delete data, making it easier to integrate with third-party systems or build custom experiences. No extra setup needed. The moment your model exists, its APIs are ready to go.
What you can do with model APIs
You can use these APIs to:
- 🔍 Retrieve data from your models
- ➕ Create new entries
- ✏️ Update or replace existing records
- ❌ Delete data you no longer need
These actions follow standard HTTP methods, as shown below:
Request types
| Method name | Request meaning |
|---|---|
| GET | Retrieves data from your model (e.g., get a list of users or tasks). The GET method is one of the most common requests and requests data from a specified resource. |
| HEAD | Like GET, but it doesn’t return the data, just the headers. Useful for checking what’s available. |
| POST | Adds a new entry to the model (e.g., create a new record). |
| PUT | Replaces an existing record with new data. |
| PATCH |
Updates part of a record without replacing it completely. |
| DELETE | Removes a record from the model. |
The system APIs are in JSON, a common format for requesting and receiving data through REST APIs.
Why this matters
With model APIs, you can integrate your Applaud data with other platforms, power external apps or dashboards, and build seamless experiences for employees and HR teams alike. Because Applaud handles the complexity for you, you get flexibility without the technical burden.