Required Tools/Software

To effectively integrate with and manage the BCB API, developers need a core set of tools:

• API Clients: Use Postman or Insomnia for easy API testing and request construction. cURL is essential for quick command-line tests.
• Programming Languages: Build your integration logic using widely supported languages like Python, Java, Node.js, or C#.
• Development Environments (IDEs): Tools like VS Code, IntelliJ IDEA, or PyCharm provide comprehensive coding and debugging features.
• Version Control: Utilize Git (with a preferred client) for managing your integration code.
  Authentication & Security: Understand TLS/SSL principles and implement secure API Key management practices (e.g., using a KMS).
• Data Handling: Rely on built-in or standard libraries in your chosen language for JSON parsing and generation.