Kaizen #176 - Optimizing the Use of Record ID Variables in Zoho CRM Queries
Hello everyone! Welcome to another week of Kaizen! Since the release of Queries, we have covered Handling Query Variables in Zoho CRM, Serialization and Schema Management, and Leveraging the 'crmAPIResponse' object in Queries in previous posts. Today,
Kaizen #201 - Answering Your Questions | Webhooks, Functions, and Schedules
Hello everyone! Welcome back to another post in the Kaizen series! We are incredibly grateful for all the feedback we received, and as promised, we will answer all the queries in this Kaizen series. Last week, in our 200th post, we addressed one of the
Kaizen #200 - Answering Your Questions | Authentication using Zoho CRM Python SDK
We’re incredibly excited to bring you the 200th post in our Kaizen series! This journey has been as much about listening as it has been about sharing. And today, we’re making both count. Over the past few weeks, we’ve collected your feedback through the
Kaizen #131 - Bulk Write for parent-child records using Scala SDK
Hello and welcome back to this week's Kaizen! Last week, we discussed how to configure and initialize the Zoho CRM Scala SDK. This week, we will be exploring the Bulk Write API and its capabilities. Specifically, we will focus on executing bulk write
Kaizen #199: FAQs on Multi-Select Lookup (MxN) Field in Zoho CRM
Nearing 200th Kaizen Post – We want to hear from you! Do you have any questions, suggestions, or topics you would like us to cover in future posts? Your insights and suggestions help us shape future content and make this series better for everyone. Got
Kaizen #164 : Client Credentials
Hello everyone, Welcome back to Kaizen. In this post, we will discuss Client Credentials Flow and when it can be used. What is Client Credentials Flow? According to RFC6749, the official specification for the OAuth 2.0 authorization framework, "The client
Kaizen #196 - Zoho CRM Queries - Best Practices
Nearing 200th Kaizen Post – We want to hear from you! Do you have any questions, suggestions, or topics you would like us to cover in future posts? Your insights and suggestions help us shape future content and make this series better for everyone. Got
Kaizen #193: Creating different fields in Zoho CRM through API
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Kaizen #195: Frequently Asked Questions on Bulk Read API and Bulk Write API
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Kaizen #189: Manipulating Multi-Module Lookup (MML) Field using Zoho CRM APIs
Hello everyone! Welcome back to another week of Kaizen. In this post, we explore the Multi-Module Lookup (MML) field in the Appointments module of Zoho CRM. You learn what an MML field is, how it works, and how to use it with Zoho CRM APIs. Table of Contents:
Zoho CRM Create Client script using Custom Buttons
Client script has become quite sophisticated and it's really useful. There is a missing simple functionality: To create script should be able to be called in the details page using a custom button. If we have this feature for Field Event, shouldn't we
Kaizen #116 - Client Types in Zoho API Console
Hello everyone! Welcome back to another post in the Kaizen series! This week, we will discuss different client types available in Zoho API Console, and when to use each. When you register an app in Zoho API Console, you typically choose a client type
Kaizen #154 - Dynamically Update Picklist Values in Zoho CRM Workflows
Hello all! Welcome back to another interesting Kaizen post. Today, we will discuss how to add automatically or remove values from a picklist field using Deluge within a workflow. This post serves as a solution for the forum post. Use case The sales team
Kaizen 185 - Subqueries in COQL API
Hello everyone!! Welcome to another Kaizen week, where we discuss developer centric topics every Friday. This week, we have picked an interesting topic to discuss - Subqueries in COQL API. Zoho CRM's CRM Object Query Language (COQL) is a powerful way
Kaizen #184 : Using Widgets in ZET CLI and ZDK CLI
Hello all, Welcome back to the Kaizen Series! ZDK CLI is a set of command tools that you can use to manipulate Zoho CRM metadata including widgets. ZET CLI helps developers build and package widgets in Zoho CRM. In this Kaizen post, we will explore using
Kaizen #183 - COQL API's Enhancements in Zoho CRM API Version 7
Hello everybody! Welcome back to another post in our Kaizen series. In this post, we will discuss the latest COQL API enhancements introduced in Zoho CRM Version 7. COQL API Query API lets you query for records based on queries using the CRM Object Query
Kaizen #182 - Queries in Canvas List View
Hello everyone! Welcome to another week of Kaizen! We're back with another post in this series on Queries in Canvas List View. Queries in Zoho CRM allow you to dynamically retrieve data from CRM as well as third-party services directly within the CRM
Kaizen #181 - Mandating Subform Data for Blueprint Transitions using Widget
Hello Developers! Welcome back to another week of Kaizen! This time, we are tackling a common challenge on how to enforce subform data from a different module before allowing a blueprint transition in Zoho CRM Deals module. Many CRM workflows require
Kaizen 179: Choosing between ZDK CLI and Web UI : When to Use Each
Hello everyone, Welcome back! ZDK CLI uses commands to manipulate with Zoho CRM metadata from a terminal. While Zoho CRM Web UI remains the primary tool for manipulating Zoho CRM metadata like creating modules, configuring fields/layouts etc., using ZDK
Kaizen #161: Global Sets using Zoho CRM APIs
Hello all! In this week, we will see how to work on the Global Sets using our Zoho CRM APIs. Global Picklist APIs were introduced in Zoho CRM API version 6. In this post, we will cover the following Global Sets in Zoho CRM Advantages of the Global Sets
Kaizen #178 - Filters & Criteria in Zoho CRM APIs
Hey everyone, and welcome back to another week of Kaizen! Ever felt overwhelmed by the sheer volume of data in your Zoho CRM? Sifting through countless records to find exactly what you need, or to operate on specific records that meet a certain criteria,
Kaizen #111 : Set default values based on Page Layouts using Client Script
Hello everyone! Welcome back to another interesting Kaizen post. In this post, let us discuss how to set default values for fields based on different layouts using Client Script. In this Kaizen post, What are Page Layouts? Client Script is specific for
Kaizen #173: A Comparison of Zoho CRM REST APIs and GraphQL APIs
Hello everyone! Welcome back to another week of Kaizen! Zoho CRM offers two API architectures for its users: REST API and GraphQL API. Each of these API architectures has its own strengths and ideal use cases. In this post, we will discuss the difference
Kaizen #124 - Manipulating Subform using Zoho CRM APIs
Hello everyone! Welcome back to another post in our Kaizen series. In this post, we will discuss how to manipulate the Subform data using Zoho CRM APIs. Subforms A Subform is a data section embedded in the primary form to collect details related to the
Kaizen #96 Automatic Mail-Merge Document Creation Using Zoho CRM APIs
Efficient communication and personalized document generation are crucial for maintaining strong customer relationships in your business. Manual document generation can be time-consuming, repetitive and error-prone, decreasing productivity and customer
Kaizen #171: FAQs on COQL API
Hello all!! Welcome back to another post in the Kaizen series! In this post, we will address some of the most frequently asked questions about Zoho CRM's COQL API from the Zoho CRM Developer Community Forum. COQL API Query API lets you query for records
Kaizen #166 - Handling Query Variables in Zoho CRM
Hello, Code Enthusiasts! Welcome to another week of Kaizen! This week, we'll dive into handling variables in Zoho CRM Queries and see how they can be deployed in Kiosk to dynamically retrieve data. This technique is especially useful for integrating data
Kaizen #168 - Incremental Authorization
Welcome to this week's post in the Kaizen series. In this post, we will discuss Incremental Authorization. What is Incremental Authorization? Incremental Authorization is an OAuth strategy that allows a client to request specific authorization scopes
Kaizen #167 - Configuration and Initialization of Zoho CRM Python SDK (V7) for different client types
Hello everyone! Welcome back to another week of Kaizen! Zoho CRM Python SDK allows developers to integrate Python applications with Zoho CRM. In today's Kaizen post, we will explore how to initialize and configure the SDK for both self-clients and server-based
Kaizen #80 - COQL API - Part I
Hi everyone! Welcome back to another week of Kaizen! This week, we will discuss the COQL Queries in detail. COQL (CRM Object Query Language) is a powerful query language based on SQL syntax that allows users to write their own queries and fetch records
Kaizen #81 - COQL API - Part II
Hello everyone! Welcome to another week of Kaizen! In continuation to last week's post on COQL API, we will discuss the rest of the field types and their supported operators with detailed examples in this post. Supported field types and Operators Please
Kaizen #165 : How to call Zoho CRM APIs using Client Script
Welcome back to another exciting Client Script post! In this post, we will discuss one of the most frequently asked questions: How do you call Zoho CRM APIs from Client Scripts? In this kaizen post, 1. Ways to make calls to Zoho CRM APIs using Client
Kaizen #163 - Extension Widgets in Zoho CRM
Hello Developers! Welcome back to a new week of Kaizen. This week, we are diving into the significance, types, and practical uses of Extension Widgets in Zoho CRM. It helps in boosting business efficiency and creating customized CRM experiences. What
Kaizen#162 : Add Tags and Open Pre-filled Email Drafts via Client Scripts
Hello everyone! Welcome to another informative Kaizen post. In this post, let us see how to accomplish the following using Client Script. 1. How to auto-tag a record based on field update? 2. How to Open a pre-filled email draft This post will provide
Kaizen #160: Automating ZDK CLI commands using shell scripting
Hello everyone, Welcome back to Kaizen. ZDK CLI's command-line nature allows you to easily incorporate it within a shell script, to achieve any custom action that you want to execute. It allows you to execute multiple ZDK CLI commands seamlessly, enhancing
Kaizen #115 :Customize Buttons using Client Script
Hello everyone! Welcome back to another interesting Kaizen post. In this post, we can discuss how to customize buttons using Client Script. In this kaizen post, Need for customizing buttons ZDKs related to Buttons Use Case to customize button using Client
Kaizen #159 - Configuring Telephony Extension Widget in Zoho CRM
Hello Developers! Welcome back to the Widgets fold in our Kaizen series. In this post, we will learn how to build a custom telephony extension widget for call centers and deploy it within a Zoho CRM organization. This helps in establishing unified communication
Kaizen #156 - Enhancing Mass Communication in Zoho CRM with a Custom Button Widget
Hello code enthusiasts! Welcome to a fresh week of Kaizen! In this post, you will learn how to build a custom button widget to boost mass communication of your business using SMS notifications and pre-recorded calls within Zoho CRM. Business Scenario
Kaizen #153: Interpreting Zoho CRM GraphQL schema
Hello everyone! Welcome back to the Kaizen series! In this week's post in the Kaizen series, we will discuss interpreting Zoho CRM GraphQL schema using schema explorer in Postman. What is GraphQL Schema? A GraphQL schema is a comprehensive definition
Kaizen #151: Leveraging ZDK CLI with VCS to reuse components across different Zoho CRM orgs
Hello everyone! Welcome back! In this week's Kaizen Series post, we will explore how to leverage ZDK CLI (Zoho Development Kit CLI) with a VCS (Version Control System) to reuse components across different Zoho CRM orgs. Consider the scenario of a large
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