Clean up Mixcore APIs to focus more on core features & mix-apps I/O #766

Smilefounder · 2025-04-17T07:52:36Z

Smilefounder
Apr 17, 2025
Maintainer

Overview

I'd like to propose a cleanup and refocus of our Mixcore APIs to improve developer experience, reduce complexity, and make the platform more maintainable. Currently, our API surface area has grown organically, resulting in some inconsistencies and overlapping functionality. By reorganizing and simplifying our APIs around core features, we can create a more intuitive experience for developers.

Proposed API Focus Areas

I suggest we reorganize and clean up our APIs to focus on these six core areas:

1. Install

Streamline the installation process APIs
Provide clear endpoints for initializing a new Mixcore instance
Simplify configuration options during setup
Add better validation and error handling for installation steps

2. Auth

Consolidate authentication methods
Improve JWT implementation and refresh token flows
Enhance role-based access control endpoints
Standardize OAuth integration endpoints
Add more granular permission controls

3. Tenant

Refine multi-tenancy management APIs
Create clearer separation between tenant administration vs tenant usage
Optimize tenant resource allocation endpoints
Improve tenant isolation and security boundaries

4. MixDB

Simplify database access patterns
Standardize CRUD operations across all data types
Improve query capabilities and filtering
Enhance performance for common database operations
Better support for migrations and schema changes

5. Mix-Apps

Focus on app lifecycle management (install/update/remove)
Improve app configuration and customization endpoints
Standardize app integration points with the core platform
Create clearer extension points for third-party developers

6. Settings

Consolidate system-wide configuration endpoints
Improve organization of settings by functional area
Add better validation for configuration changes
Create more intuitive hierarchy for settings management

Benefits of this Approach

Improved Developer Experience: Clear, focused APIs make it easier for developers to find what they need
Better Documentation: Focused APIs are easier to document comprehensively
Reduced Complexity: Removing redundant endpoints reduces maintenance burden
Future-Proofing: Cleaner separation of concerns makes it easier to evolve individual areas
Performance: More focused APIs can be optimized for specific use cases

Next Steps

If there's agreement on this approach, I propose we:

Audit our current API surface area and map endpoints to these six core areas
Identify redundant or confusing endpoints for deprecation
Create a migration plan for any breaking changes
Update documentation to reflect the new organization
Set up a timeline for implementation

Would love to hear thoughts from the team on this proposal. Are there other core API areas we should consider? Any concerns about this reorganization?

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Smilefounder Apr 17, 2025 Maintainer

Overview

Proposed API Focus Areas

1. Install

2. Auth

3. Tenant

4. MixDB

5. Mix-Apps

6. Settings

Benefits of this Approach

Next Steps

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Smilefounder
Apr 17, 2025
Maintainer