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You can use the Parasoft REST API to remotely  create and update virtual assets, as well as create, update, and execute test assets directly assets, directly on the Parasoft server. This enables third-party integrations, custom programmatic interactions, and access via additional user interfaces such as Parasoft CTP.

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Prerequisites

  • The SOAtest server must be running
  • The Virtualize server must be running

  • Server API-enabled license

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titleHow do I start SOAtest Server

From the cli: soatestcli -startServer
From the UI: Click the Start Server button in the SOAtest Server view.

If the Start Server button is grayed out and the red Stop Server button is enabled, this means that the server is running.

Make Sure Your License Supports SOAtest Server

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About the REST API

The REST API enables you to perform core operations, without using the desktop GUI, as well as integrate with other applications or tools that part of your Dev/Test infrastructure. You can create, update, and delete data sources, test suites, virtual assets,tools, environments, etc. For details, see the API documentation by opening the following URL in a browser:

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Your tools may be deployed on different ports.

Authentication and User Access Controls

If the server is connected to a CTP that has security controls configured, you will need to provide the REST API valid admin-level credentials. For details, see About Virtualize Server User Access Control for additional information.

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