AnswerLayer Agent API

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Frequently Asked Questions about AnswerLayer API

What is AnswerLayer API?

AnswerLayer API is a conversational analytics platform that allows you to embed natural language querying, semantic layers, and business intelligence into your applications. It provides REST endpoints for managing database connections, detecting PII, and generating answers from natural language questions.

How does natural language querying work?

AnswerLayer converts natural language questions into SQL queries using AI and semantic layer definitions. Users can ask questions like "What were our top products last quarter?" and receive structured data responses with automatically generated charts.

What databases does AnswerLayer support?

AnswerLayer supports PostgreSQL, MySQL, Snowflake, BigQuery, Redshift, and SQL Server. The API provides unified access regardless of your underlying database technology.

How does PII detection work?

AnswerLayer automatically detects personally identifiable information (PII) in your database columns using AI analysis. It provides endpoints to scan for PII, update column protection settings, and get summary reports of data privacy compliance.

Is the API secure for multi-tenant applications?

Yes, AnswerLayer provides built-in multi-tenant data isolation. Each client only has access to their own data, with automatic scoping and filtering enforced at the API level.

API Technical Specifications

Base URL: https://docs.getanswerlayer.com/v1

Authentication: Bearer token (API key)

Content Type: application/json

Rate Limits: Varies by plan

API Version: Alpha

Main Endpoint Categories:

  • Connections: Manage database connections and schema analysis
  • Semantic Layer: CRUD operations for entities, relationships, filters, dimensions, measures, and metrics
  • PII Protection: Detect and manage personally identifiable information
  • Answers: Natural language question processing and chart generation
  • Admin: Client and user management for multi-tenant applications
  • Chain Management: Conversation history and follow-up questions

Key Features:

  • Natural language to SQL conversion
  • AI-powered semantic layer generation
  • Automatic PII detection and protection
  • Multi-tenant data isolation
  • Real-time chart generation
  • Conversation chain management
  • Support for major database platforms
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