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Simple Views
CompuTec AppEngine Simple View is an OData v4-based tool designed to provide a unified and efficient way to consume data directly from the database. It simplifies data retrieval, making it easier to integrate with Web API clients or user interfaces
Key Features
- Simplified Data Consumption: Enables seamless data retrieval for Web API clients and UIs.
- OData v4 Support: Leverages the latest OData standards for efficient data querying.
- Database Compatibility: Works with both SAP HANA and Microsoft SQL Server.
Request
To retrieve data using Simple View, use the following request format:
http://{ae_url}/odata/CustomViews/Views.Custom(Id='<plugin identifier>:<view identifier>')
Example
Request
Curl
curl -X GET --header 'Accept: application/json' 'http://localhost:54000/odata/CustomViews/Views.Simple(DataSource='OITM')?$select=ItemCode%2C%20ItemName%2C%20OnHand&$top=1'
Request URL
http://localhost:54000/odata/CustomViews/Views.Simple(DataSource='OITM')?$select=ItemCode%2C%20ItemName%2C%20OnHand&$top=1
Response body
{
"@odata.context": "http://localhost:54000/odata/$metadata#Simple",
"value": [
{
"No": 1,
"ItemCode": "Active-Item-03",
"ItemName": "Active-Item-03",
"OnHand": 950
}
]
}