Integrations & APIs

Connect Your Tools, Automate Your Workflows, and Build Something That Actually Works Together

Your software doesn't exist in isolation. Every modern application needs to talk to other systems, whether that means processing payments, syncing customer data, pulling in analytics, or connecting to the dozens of platforms your business relies on every day.

At ao1dev, we specialize in API integration services and custom API development that make your systems work together seamlessly. Based in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, and serving clients across the country, we bring over 20 years of hands-on experience building integrations that are reliable, maintainable, and built to last.

We've been working with APIs since before they were standardized. That means we've seen the protocols evolve, watched standards emerge and disappear, and learned through direct experience what separates a solid integration from one that breaks the moment something changes on the other end.

Third-Party API Integration Services

Most businesses use a mix of platforms and tools that need to share data. The problem is getting them to cooperate. We build custom integrations that connect your existing tools so information flows automatically, without the manual copy-paste that wastes your team's time.

Payment Gateway Integration

Accepting payments online should be straightforward, but every gateway has its own quirks. We integrate payment processors like Stripe and PayPal into your applications, handling everything from one-time transactions to recurring subscriptions and complex checkout flows. Your customers get a smooth payment experience, and you get reliable transaction processing with proper error handling.

CRM and Business System Integration

Your customer data shouldn't live in silos. We connect CRM platforms like Planning Center Online and other business management systems so your team has a single, accurate view of every customer interaction. When a lead comes in through your website, it should show up in your CRM automatically, not after someone remembers to enter it manually.

File Storage and Cloud Services

We build integrations with cloud storage platforms including AWS S3, Digital Ocean Spaces, and Dropbox. Whether you need automated file backups, user-uploaded content management, or document processing workflows, we connect your application to the storage solutions that fit your infrastructure.

E-Commerce Platform Integration

Selling online often means juggling multiple platforms. We integrate e-commerce systems like Shopify and fulfillment services like Printful so your product catalog, inventory, orders, and shipping all stay synchronized. No more manually updating stock counts across platforms or losing track of orders between systems.

Image and Media API Integration

Visual content powers modern web applications. We work with services like Cloudinary to handle image optimization, transformation, and delivery so your application loads fast and looks sharp on every device. From automatic resizing to format conversion, these integrations take the complexity out of media management.

Marketing and Affiliate Integration

Growing your business through partnerships requires solid technical foundations. We integrate marketing APIs like the Impact API for affiliate marketing, connecting your tracking, attribution, and commission systems so your marketing partnerships run smoothly behind the scenes.

Google API Integration

Google offers a massive ecosystem of APIs, and we have deep experience integrating them into client projects. From Google Maps for location services to Google Drive for document management to Google Calendar for scheduling, we connect your application to the Google services your business depends on.

And Practically Anything Else

Here's the thing about API integrations: the specific platform matters less than the expertise of the developer building the connection. We've worked with dozens of APIs across every category, and we're confident picking up any new API documentation and building a reliable integration. If it has an API, we can connect it.

Custom API Development

Sometimes the integration you need doesn't exist yet, or the tools available don't quite fit your requirements. That's where custom API development comes in.

RESTful API Design and Development

We build custom RESTful APIs that serve as the backbone of your application. Whether you need an API to power a mobile app, connect internal systems, or expose your platform's data to partners, we design and develop APIs that are clean, well-documented, and built for long-term use.

SDK Development

Some products ship without client libraries, which makes integration harder for everyone involved. We build custom SDKs that wrap API functionality into easy-to-use packages, reducing development time for anyone who needs to work with your platform.

API Documentation with Swagger UI

Good documentation is the difference between an API that developers love and one they dread. We create thorough API documentation using Swagger UI, which gives developers an interactive environment to explore endpoints, test requests, and understand your API without guessing.

Custom-Built vs. Pre-Built: Choosing the Right Approach

Not every integration needs to be built from scratch. Part of our job is recommending the approach that makes the most sense for your project and your budget.

Pre-built connectors and plugins work well when a mature, well-maintained solution already exists for your use case. Why reinvent the wheel if a proven plugin handles the job reliably?

Custom integrations make sense when off-the-shelf solutions don't fit your workflow, when you need tighter control over how data moves between systems, or when no existing connector covers your specific combination of platforms.

We evaluate both options honestly and recommend the path that gives you the best results for your investment. Sometimes that means a quick plugin install. Sometimes it means a ground-up custom build. Often, it's a mix of both.

Our Integration Process

Every integration project at ao1dev follows a structured process designed to keep you informed and in control at every stage.

1. Consultation

We start by understanding the problem. What tools are you using? Where are the bottlenecks? What should happen automatically that currently requires manual work? This conversation helps us map out exactly what needs to be built.

2. Research

Once we understand your needs, we dig into the API documentation for every platform involved. We study authentication methods, rate limits, data formats, and edge cases. This research phase is where our 20+ years of experience really pays off, because we know what to look for and what red flags to watch out for.

3. Prototype

Before committing to a full build, we create a working prototype that demonstrates the core integration. This gives you something tangible to evaluate and ensures we're aligned on the approach before investing significant development time.

4. Agreement

We review the prototype together and confirm that the direction meets your expectations. This is your checkpoint to request adjustments, ask questions, or refine the scope before we move into full development.

5. Development and Testing

With an approved approach in hand, we build the complete integration with thorough testing at every stage. We test for edge cases, error handling, rate limiting, authentication failures, and all the scenarios that can cause integrations to break in production.

6. Deployment

We only deploy when you approve. The final integration goes live on your timeline, with proper monitoring in place to catch any issues early.

Why Ongoing API Maintenance Matters

Building an integration is only half the story. APIs change constantly. Endpoints get deprecated, authentication methods evolve, and platforms retire entire API versions, sometimes with very little notice. Google, for example, is well known for retiring APIs that developers depend on.

We recommend ongoing maintenance for any critical integration. The frequency depends on how actively the connected APIs are being updated, but regular check-ins help you avoid the unpleasant surprise of a broken integration that quietly stopped working weeks ago.

Proactive maintenance keeps your integrations running smoothly, ensures compatibility with the latest API versions, and saves you from emergency fixes down the road.

Pricing That Fits Your Project

We offer flexible pricing for integration and API development projects:

• Project-based pricing for well-defined integration work with clear scope
• Hourly rates for ongoing development, maintenance, or exploratory work

The cost depends on the complexity of the integration, the number of platforms involved, and the level of custom development required. We'll give you an honest estimate upfront so there are no surprises.

Why ao1dev for Your API Integration Needs

Choosing the right development partner for API integrations matters more than most businesses realize. A poorly built integration creates ongoing headaches, while a well-built one runs quietly in the background, doing exactly what it should.

With ao1dev, you get a developer who has been working with APIs since before REST was the standard, since before OAuth existed, since before most of the platforms you use today even had public APIs. That depth of experience means we know the patterns that work, the pitfalls to avoid, and how to build integrations that hold up as the platforms they connect to continue evolving.

We've worked with the good APIs, the bad APIs, and the ones with documentation that barely qualifies as readable. No matter what you need to connect, we have the experience and the problem-solving skills to make it work.

Whether you're in Albuquerque, somewhere else in New Mexico, or across the country, we'd love to help you build integrations that make your business run smoother.