Event types

In the vast landscape of Commerce APIs, event types are the backbone for monitoring and responding to changes within various systems, particularly when dealing with resources such as subscriptions. These identifiers are designed to reflect specific actions or updates within the system, enabling the efficient tracking of changes over time. By leveraging event types, developers can set up robust webhook mechanisms to listen for and act upon real-time information, streamline workflows, and enhance automation possibilities. This guide will introduce you to the essential concepts surrounding event types, their structure, and how they play a pivotal role in system integration and automation strategies.

Event types are identifiers within Commerce APIs that represent specific changes or actions occurring within a system, often linked to various resources like subscriptions. These types are crucial in monitoring and responding to system updates, allowing automated workflows and system integration strategies to be implemented. For example, the event type subscription.created indicates the creation of a subscription while subscription.renewed signals its renewal. Developers can set up systems to automatically react to changes by subscribing to these event types via webhooks, fostering enhanced automation and operational efficiency.

Event data refers to the specific information transmitted within an event's payload whenever that event occurs. This data object encapsulates the details about the resource whose state has triggered the event. For instance, in the case of a subscription.created event, the event data will include information pertinent to the subscription that has just been created, often mirroring the resource's state at the moment of the event. This structured data allows subscribers to efficiently process and respond to changes notified via webhooks.

This guide covers the following event types:

• Delayed payment event types: Delayed payment event types are crucial for managing and monitoring transactions that are not processed instantly. These types signal specific milestones or statuses in the payment process, helping businesses to track payment flows and take appropriate actions.

• Subscription event types: Subscription event types are critical for maintaining and monitoring the lifecycle of a subscriber's engagement with services or products. These event types facilitate automating renewals, cancellations, and notifications, ensuring a seamless subscription management experience.

• Post-order event types: Post-order event types play a critical role in eCommerce operations, encompassing various activities after a customer places an order. Leveraging these event types enables companies to automate customer communications, manage inventory effectively, and enhance overall customer satisfaction by ensuring transparency and timely updates throughout the post-order lifecycle.

• Inventory event types: Inventory event types are crucial for real-time tracking and managing organizational stock levels. These event types enable businesses to automate and streamline inventory management processes, such as restocking, auditing, and adjusting stock levels in response to sales or returns. Incorporating these event types within your system allows for improved inventory accuracy, better decision-making regarding stock levels, and enhanced operational efficiency through automation.