The API Catalog is your gateway to all available APIs. Follow these steps to explore and find the API you need:

• Log in to the Kong Konnect Dev Portal.
• Navigate to the API Catalog from the main dashboard.
• Use the Search Bar to find APIs by name, category, or keyword.
• Click on an API to view its Overview Page, which provides a brief summary, versioning details, and access requirements.

📌 Tip: Use filters to refine your search based on authentication type, protocol, or API version.

Once you've found an API of interest, you need to understand how to use it effectively:

• Select the API from the catalog to open its API Documentation Page.
• Review the Endpoint List to see available operations (e.g., GET, POST, PUT, DELETE).
• Check the Request and Response Examples to understand the expected data format.
• Look at Authentication Details to determine if API keys, OAuth, or other credentials are required.

📌 Tip: If available, use the API Explorer to make test calls and see real-time responses.

To start consuming an API, you may need to register an application and subscribe to it:

• Go to the My Apps section in the Dev Portal.
• Click Create New App and fill in the required details
• Navigate to the API you want to subscribe to and click Request Access.
• Select your registered app and submit the access request.
• Use these credentials in your API requests as per the authentication requirements.

📌 Tip: Some APIs require manual approval before access is granted.