Partner Dashboard API Vision
This document outlines a potential future API design for partner features. Currently, the partner dashboard communicates directly with Supabase.This is a design reference document. These endpoints do not currently exist. The partner dashboard uses Supabase SDK for all operations.
Current Implementation
The partner dashboard currently:- Uses Supabase JavaScript SDK
- Implements Row Level Security (RLS) for permissions
- Queries database tables directly
- Handles real-time subscriptions via Supabase
Future API Benefits
A dedicated Partner API could provide:1. Simplified Analytics
Instead of complex joins:2. Batch Operations
Enable bulk messaging and actions:3. Aggregated Data
Pre-computed metrics and insights:Proposed Endpoint Structure
Analytics & Reporting
Student Management
Messaging
Profile & Content
Scholarships
Team Management
Design Patterns
Permission Scoping
Response Enrichment
Webhook Events
Partners could subscribe to events:Implementation Considerations
Performance Optimization
- Cache frequently accessed data (analytics, school profiles)
- Use database views for complex queries
- Implement pagination for large datasets
- Queue bulk operations
Security
- Entity-based access control
- Rate limiting per organization
- Audit logging for all actions
- Input validation and sanitization
Developer Experience
- TypeScript SDK with full type safety
- Comprehensive error messages
- Request/response examples
- Interactive API documentation
Migration Path
If implementing this API:-
Phase 1: Create read-only endpoints
- Analytics and reporting
- Student lists and profiles
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Phase 2: Add write operations
- Messaging
- Profile updates
- Scholarship management
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Phase 3: Advanced features
- Webhooks
- Bulk operations
- Custom integrations
Current Alternative
For now, partners can achieve similar functionality using:- Supabase RPC functions for complex queries
- Database views for aggregated data
- Edge Functions for custom logic
- Real-time subscriptions for live updates