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This file contains standardized authentication examples that can be referenced across all guides to ensure consistency.

Environment Setup

Basic .env Configuration

Development vs Production

API Authentication Examples

Using Secret Keys (Server-side)

Using Personal Access Tokens

Creating a PAT via API

Using PAT in API Requests

Legacy Client Credentials Flow

Secure Credential Management

Using Flatfile Secrets

Environment-specific Secrets

Authentication Best Practices

  1. Never hardcode credentials in your code
  2. Use environment variables for local development
  3. Use Flatfile Secrets for hosted listeners
  4. Rotate tokens regularly for enhanced security
  5. Use separate credentials for development and production
  6. Create separate PATs for different applications or use cases