February 2017 Summaries

Postman has introduced the ability for users to publish API documentation on custom domains, expanding the functionality of its platform. Users can set up public documentation on their own domains by navigating to the team tab's edit view in the Postman web app and adding a custom domain. This process involves entering domain details, adding specific DNS records like a TXT record for domain verification and a CNAME record for redirection, and verifying the domain through Postman's interface. Once verified, users can publish their API documentation on their custom domain, enhancing accessibility and integration with their branding. The setup process may involve a waiting period for DNS settings to propagate, but successful completion allows users to display their API documentation publicly on their chosen domain.

Postman has partnered with APIMatic to integrate its API Transformer tool, reinforcing Postman's commitment to an open ecosystem by enabling seamless conversion of API documentation formats. This collaboration allows users to convert documentation into various formats like Swagger, API Blueprint, and RAML and save them directly in a GitHub repository using Postman Pro, thus eliminating compatibility issues during API development. The integration requires users to have a GitHub account linked with Postman Pro to utilize this feature effectively. This move is part of Postman's broader strategy to enhance its toolchain through partnerships, ensuring users have diverse options to streamline their workflows.

Postman has announced a new integration with Slack, enhancing its functionality with three key features aimed at improving team collaboration and visibility. This integration allows users to connect their Postman Team Activity Feed to a chosen Slack channel, providing updates on team activities and development progress. Users can also search their Postman Collections directly from Slack using a new slash command, which helps streamline workflows by quickly locating requests or collections relevant to ongoing discussions. Additionally, Postman Monitors can now report their results in Slack, offering greater visibility into API stability and facilitating further alerting and notifications. These enhancements aim to leverage the strengths of both Postman and Slack to create a more cohesive and efficient team environment.