Exploring Business Object REST APIs

The best part of Oracle VB is that, apart from creating the UI, it also creates the backend of applications. For every Business Object we create, VB generates REST endpoints automatically. The communication between the UI and Business Objects happens via REST endpoints only. These REST endpoints are not limited to internal use for VB applications; the exposed REST APIs can be used by external systems too. So, if any external system wants to push data into a Business Object, then this can be easily achieved with the help of REST APIs.

Important Note:

All Business Object REST APIs are secured via Basic Authentication by default.

In order to view all the Business Object REST endpoints, switch to the Endpoints tab of the Business Object.

The following screenshot shows the REST endpoints of the Employee Business Object:

Figure 4.28 – Endpoints of the Business Object

The Business Object also exposes the...