Add an OData resource

In this topic, you learn how to define an OData resource and add it to Neptune DXP - Open Edition.

Prerequisites

In the Cockpit, go to Connectivity and select OData Source.
In OData Source, select Add.

Result: The settings of the OData resource open. You start in the General tab.
Enter a meaningful Name.
In Version, select the version of your OData resource.
Assign the OData resource to a Group or Package of artifacts.
In Endpoint, enter the URL of your OData resource.
In Description, enter a description of the OData resource.
Activate any of the following options that fit your OData resource:
- Allow Untrusted Certificates: Allow self-signed certificates that were added in Proxy Authentication.
- Enable Proxy: Allow proxy to reach external servers to prevent CORS issues.
- Use in App Designer: Allow this artifact to be used in the App Designer.
Select Save.

Your OData resource is saved with the current settings. OData Source adds an ID to your OData resource and saves change dates.

Note: You can test your OData Source in the App Designer.

Drag and drop the OData Source component in the resources of your application.
Select your oData Source.
Use an onInit component to get the data to your List ( getODataoList(); ).
Set the Model Source of your List to your OData Source.
Bind your elements to your desired fields, or use the wizard to autogenerate the elements and bindings to your desired fields.