How to read Asana data in ODBC application?

In this section we will learn how to configure and use Asana Connector in the API Driver to extract data from the Asana.

Create ODBC Data Source (DSN) based on ZappySys API Driver

Step-by-step instructions

To get data from using we first need to create a DSN (Data Source) which will access data from . We will later be able to read data using . Perform these steps:

Install ZappySys ODBC PowerPack.
Open ODBC Data Sources (x64):
Create a User Data Source (User DSN) based on ZappySys API Driver

ZappySys API Driver

You should create a System DSN (instead of a User DSN) if the client application is launched under a Windows System Account, e.g. as a Windows Service. If the client application is 32-bit (x86) running with a System DSN, use ODBC Data Sources (32-bit) instead of the 64-bit version.
When the Configuration window appears give your data source a name if you haven't done that already, then select "Asana" from the list of Popular Connectors. If "Asana" is not present in the list, then click "Search Online" and download it. Then set the path to the location where you downloaded it. Finally, click Continue >> to proceed with configuring the DSN:

AsanaDSN

Asana

Now it's time to configure the Connection Manager. Select Authentication Type, e.g. Token Authentication. Then select API Base URL (in most cases, the default one is the right one). More info is available in the Authentication section.

Personal Access Token [Http]

Steps how to get and use Asana credentials
Here is how to obtain a Personal Access Token (PAT) in Asana:

Open My apps in Asana portal and click Create new token button:
Once a popup opens, name your new token:
Then click Copy button to copy the token:
Now go to SSIS package or ODBC data source and use this token in Personal Access Token authentication configuration.
Choose Default Workspace and Default Project to work with.
Click Test Connection to confirm the connection is working.
Done! Now you are ready to use Asana Connector!

Fill in all required parameters and set optional parameters if needed:

AsanaDSN

Asana

Personal Access Token [Http]

https://app.asana.com/api/1.0

Optional Parameters
Enter Token (Personal Access Token - PAT)
Default Workspace ( Select after Token is entered )
Default Project ( Select after Token is entered )
RetryMode	RetryWhenStatusCodeMatch
RetryStatusCodeList	429
RetryCountMax	5
RetryMultiplyWaitTime	True

OAuth app [OAuth]

Steps how to get and use Asana credentials
Here is how to register an OAuth app in Asana:

Open My apps in Asana portal and click Create new app button:
Once a popup opens, name your app and check two options, and click Create app button:
Then copy Client ID and Client secret and save them in a file (we will need them for authentication):
Continue by selecting OAuth menu item on your left and click Add redirect URL button (you can have your own or use https://zappysys.com/oauth):
Proceed by clicking on the Manage distribution section on your left.
Then specify workspaces your app needs to access (use Any workspace to access them all):
Once you do that, click Save changes button.
Now go to SSIS package or ODBC data source and use Client ID, Client Secret, and Redirect URL in OAuth app authentication configuration.
When you are done with that, click Generate Token button to generate Access and Refresh Tokens.
Choose Default Workspace and Default Project to work with.
Click Test Connection to confirm the connection is working.
Done! Now you are ready to use Asana Connector!

Fill in all required parameters and set optional parameters if needed:

AsanaDSN

Asana

OAuth app [OAuth]

https://app.asana.com/api/1.0

Required Parameters
ClientId	Fill-in the parameter...
Client Secret	Fill-in the parameter...
Optional Parameters
Permissions	default
Redirect URL	https://zappysys.com/oauth
Default Workspace ( Select after Token is generated )
Default Project ( Select after Token is generated )
RetryMode	RetryWhenStatusCodeMatch
RetryStatusCodeList	429
RetryCountMax	5
RetryMultiplyWaitTime	True

Once the data source has been configured, you can preview data. Select the Preview tab and use settings similar to the following to preview data:
Click OK to finish creating the data source.

Video instructions

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Reading data from client application

Firstly, to get data from ODBC data source based on ZappySys ODBC driver, in your client application, you would need to connect to ODBC source and then from the list select the data source.
Finally, to read the data just read tables/views in your app or enter a SQL statement to extract data, e.g.:
SELECT * FROM Workspaces

Asana Connector Examples

The ZappySys API Driver is a user-friendly interface designed to facilitate the seamless integration of various applications with the Asana API. With its intuitive design and robust functionality, the ZappySys API Driver simplifies the process of configuring specific API endpoints to efficiently read or write data from Asana.

Click here to find more Asana Connector examples designed for seamless integration with the ZappySys API ODBC Driver under ODBC Data Source (36/64) or ZappySys Data Gateway, enhancing your ability to connect and interact with Prebuilt Connectors effectively.

Consume Data inside your App / Programming Language

Once you know how to load data from Asana Connector, you can click on one of the below links to learn the steps how to consume data inside your App / Programming Language from Asana Connector.

ODBC inside ETL / Reporting / BI Tools

ODBC inside Programming Languages

Key features of the ZappySys API Driver include:

The API ODBC driver facilitates the reading and writing of data from numerous popular online services (refer to the complete list here) using familiar SQL language without learning complexity of REST API calls. The driver allows querying nested structure and output as a flat table. You can also create your own ODBC / Data Gateway API connector file and use it with this driver.

Intuitive Configuration: The interface is designed to be user-friendly, enabling users to easily set up the specific API endpoints within Asana without requiring extensive technical expertise or programming knowledge.
Customizable Endpoint Setup: Users can conveniently configure the API endpoint settings, including the HTTP request method, endpoint URL, and any necessary parameters, to precisely target the desired data within Asana.
Data Manipulation Capabilities: The ZappySys API Driver allows for seamless data retrieval and writing, enabling users to fetch data from Asana and perform various data manipulation operations as needed, all through an intuitive and straightforward interface.
Secure Authentication Integration: The driver provides secure authentication integration, allowing users to securely connect to the Asana API by inputting the necessary authentication credentials, such as API tokens or other authentication keys.
Error Handling Support: The interface is equipped with comprehensive error handling support, ensuring that any errors or exceptions encountered during the data retrieval or writing process are efficiently managed and appropriately communicated to users for prompt resolution.
Data Visualization and Reporting: The ZappySys API Driver facilitates the seamless processing and presentation of the retrieved data from Asana, enabling users to generate comprehensive reports and visualizations for further analysis and decision-making purposes.

Overall, the ZappySys API Driver serves as a powerful tool for streamlining the integration of applications with Asana, providing users with a convenient and efficient way to access and manage data, all through a user-friendly and intuitive interface.