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This video demonstrates how to use the Get Facebook Leads Using API template.
import logging
from fastapi import FastAPI
from starlette.responses import RedirectResponse
from some_get_request_handler import handle_get_endpoint
from some_post_request_handler import handle_post_endpoint, Data
from facebook_leads import get_facebook_leads
logger = logging.getLogger(__name__)
logging.basicConfig(level=logging.WARNING)
app = FastAPI()
@app.get("/", include_in_schema=False)
def root():
return RedirectResponse(url='/docs')
from facebook_leads import router as facebook_leads_router
app.include_router(facebook_leads_router)
# Do not remove the main function while updating the app.
if __name__ == "__main__":
import uvicorn
# This initialization is essential and must not be removed.Frequently Asked Questions
What business problem does the "Get Facebook Leads Using API" template solve?
The "Get Facebook Leads Using API" template addresses the challenge of efficiently retrieving lead information from Facebook Pages. It allows businesses to automate the process of collecting lead data generated through Facebook lead forms, saving time and reducing manual effort in lead management.
How can marketing teams benefit from using this template?
Marketing teams can greatly benefit from the "Get Facebook Leads Using API" template by: - Streamlining lead collection processes - Enabling real-time access to lead data - Facilitating quick follow-ups on new leads - Integrating Facebook lead data with other marketing tools or CRM systems - Improving overall lead management efficiency
What permissions are required to use this template, and why are they necessary?
The "Get Facebook Leads Using API" template requires the following permission scopes for the access token:
- ads_management: To access and manage ad-related data
- pages_read_engagement: To read page engagement metrics
- pages_show_list: To view the list of pages
- pages_manage_ads: To manage ads for the page
- leads_retrieval: To retrieve lead form data
These permissions are necessary to ensure the app has sufficient access to fetch lead form data from the Facebook API while complying with Facebook's data access policies.
How can I modify the template to include additional lead information in the API response?
To include additional lead information in the "Get Facebook Leads Using API" template, you can modify the get_facebook_leads function in facebook_leads.py. For example, to include the creation time of lead forms, you can update the function as follows:
```python @router.get("/facebook-leads") def get_facebook_leads(access_token: str = ""): if not access_token: raise HTTPException(status_code=400, detail="Access token is required")
url = "https://graph.facebook.com/v12.0/me/leadgen_forms"
params = {
"access_token": access_token,
"fields": "id,name,status,created_time" # Add desired fields here
}
response = requests.get(url, params=params)
if response.status_code != 200:
raise HTTPException(status_code=response.status_code, detail=response.json())
return response.json()
```
This modification adds the created_time field to the API request, including it in the response.
How can I add error handling for rate limiting in the Facebook API calls?
To add error handling for rate limiting in the "Get Facebook Leads Using API" template, you can modify the get_facebook_leads function to catch and handle rate limit errors. Here's an example:
```python import time from fastapi import HTTPException
@router.get("/facebook-leads") def get_facebook_leads(access_token: str = ""): if not access_token: raise HTTPException(status_code=400, detail="Access token is required")
url = "https://graph.facebook.com/v12.0/me/leadgen_forms"
params = {
"access_token": access_token,
}
max_retries = 3
retry_delay = 5 # seconds
for attempt in range(max_retries):
response = requests.get(url, params=params)
if response.status_code == 200:
return response.json()
elif response.status_code == 429: # Too Many Requests
if attempt < max_retries - 1:
time.sleep(retry_delay)
continue
raise HTTPException(status_code=response.status_code, detail=response.json())
raise HTTPException(status_code=429, detail="Rate limit exceeded after multiple retries")
```
This modification adds a retry mechanism that attempts the API call up to three times with a 5-second delay between attempts if a rate limit error (status code 429) is encountered.
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Introduction to the Get Facebook Leads Using API Template
Welcome to the "Get Facebook Leads Using API" template guide. This template is designed to help you fetch Facebook lead forms for a page using the Facebook Developers API. It leverages FastAPI to create an endpoint that interacts with the Facebook API to retrieve page lead forms. Before you can use this template, you will need a Facebook access token with specific permissions. The required permissions are ads_management, pages_read_engagement, pages_show_list, pages_manage_ads, and leads_retrieval.
This step-by-step article will guide you through the process of setting up and using this template on the Lazy platform, ensuring you can start fetching leads without worrying about deployment or environment setup.
Clicking Start with this Template
To begin using this template, click on the "Start with this Template" button. This will pre-populate the code in the Lazy Builder interface, so you won't need to copy, paste, or delete any code manually.
Initial Setup: Adding Environment Secrets
Before testing the app, you'll need to set up the necessary environment secrets. These are not the same as environment variables in your operating system; they are secrets that can be set within the Lazy Builder under the Environment Secrets tab.
For this template, you will need to acquire a Facebook access token with the aforementioned permissions. To get this token, follow these steps:
- Go to the Facebook Developers website and navigate to your app's dashboard.
- Under the 'Settings' menu, select 'Basic' and find the 'Add Platform' button to configure your app's platform settings.
- Choose the platform you are using and provide the necessary details.
- Go to the 'Products' section and set up 'Facebook Login' if it's not already configured.
- Under 'Facebook Login', go to 'Settings' and ensure 'Client OAuth Login' and 'Web OAuth Login' are enabled.
- Use the 'Graph API Explorer' to generate an access token with the required permissions.
- Once you have the token, go back to the Lazy Builder and enter it as an environment secret.
After setting up the environment secret, you're ready to test the app.
Test: Pressing the Test Button
Press the "Test" button to begin the deployment of the app. The Lazy CLI will launch, and the app will be deployed without you needing to install libraries or set up the environment.
Entering Input: Filling in User Input
After pressing the test button, if the app requires user input, the Lazy App's CLI interface will appear, prompting you to provide the necessary input. In this case, you will be asked to enter the Facebook access token that you have set up as an environment secret.
Using the App
Once the app is running, you can interact with the API using the dedicated server link provided by the Lazy builder CLI. Additionally, since this template uses FastAPI, you will also be provided with a link to the API documentation, which can be accessed by appending /docs to the server link. This documentation will allow you to test the API endpoints directly from your browser.
Integrating the App
If you need to integrate this app into an external service or frontend, you can use the server link provided by Lazy. For example, you can add the API endpoint to a CRM tool to automatically fetch and store leads from Facebook. Ensure that you have the correct permissions and that the external tool is configured to accept the data format provided by the API.
Here is a sample request to the API:
GET /facebook-leads?access_token=YOUR_ACCESS_TOKEN
And a sample response might look like this:
{
"data": [
{
"id": "123456789",
"name": "Lead Form",
"leads_count": 100,
// Additional lead form data
},
// More lead forms...
]
}
Replace YOUR_ACCESS_TOKEN with the actual access token you obtained from Facebook.
By following these steps, you should be able to successfully set up and use the "Get Facebook Leads Using API" template on the Lazy platform.
Here are 5 key business benefits for this template:
Template Benefits
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Lead Generation Automation: This template allows businesses to automatically fetch lead data from Facebook, streamlining the lead generation process and saving time on manual data collection.
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Real-time Data Access: By leveraging the Facebook API, companies can access up-to-date lead information in real-time, enabling quick follow-ups and improving conversion rates.
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Integration Capabilities: The FastAPI framework makes it easy to integrate this lead retrieval system with other business tools and CRM systems, creating a more cohesive marketing and sales ecosystem.
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Scalability: As the business grows and generates more leads, this template can easily handle increased data volumes without significant modifications, ensuring long-term usability.
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Customization Potential: The modular structure of the code allows for easy customization and expansion, enabling businesses to add features or modify the application to suit their specific needs and workflows.
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