The `method-python` library is an official Python client for interacting with the Method API. It provides convenient access to the Method platform's financial services, allowing developers to integrate banking and payment functionalities into their applications. Currently at version 2.1.1, the library is actively maintained with regular updates, including both minor feature enhancements and major version releases.
pip install method-pythonVerified import paths — ran on the pinned version, not inferred.
This quickstart demonstrates how to initialize the `Method` client. It's crucial to securely manage your API key, preferably using environment variables. After initialization, you can use the `method` object to access various API endpoints as defined by the Method API documentation.
Thoroughly test your application when upgrading from `v1.x.x` to `v2.x.x`. Consult the official Method API documentation and any available changelog/migration guides for specific changes.
If migrating from versions prior to `v1.2.0`, check the specific changes around `v1.1.13` to `v1.2.0` in the project's history or documentation to understand the required code adjustments.
Always store your `api_key` in environment variables (e.g., `METHOD_API_KEY`) and load it into your application at runtime. Use `os.environ.get('METHOD_API_KEY')` for secure retrieval.Only override `base_url` when necessary (e.g., local development, staging environments). For production, rely on the library's default endpoint or ensure the custom `base_url` is the official Method production API endpoint.
Ensure the library is correctly installed using pip and the import statement is `import method` (or `from method import Client` etc.). ```bash pip install method-python ``` ```python import method # or from method import Client ```
Check the `method-python` documentation for the correct method names and attributes. Verify the version of the library you are using and ensure your code aligns with its API. Use dir() on the object to inspect available attributes if debugging. ```python import method client = method.Client(api_key="YOUR_API_KEY") # Incorrect call # client.non_existent_method() # Corrected example (replace with actual method from docs) # For example, to retrieve accounts: accounts = client.accounts.list() print(accounts) ```
Inspect the actual structure of the API response to confirm the available keys. Use `.get()` with a default value, or check for key existence before accessing, to prevent `KeyError`.
```python
import method
client = method.Client(api_key="YOUR_API_KEY")
try:
# Assuming 'entities.get' returns a dictionary-like object
entity_data = client.entities.get('some_entity_id')
# Safely access the 'id' key
entity_id = entity_data.get('id')
if entity_id:
print(f"Entity ID: {entity_id}")
else:
print("Entity ID not found in response.")
except Exception as e:
print(f"An error occurred: {e}")
```Ensure your `METHOD_API_KEY` is correctly set and is valid. Double-check for typos or leading/trailing whitespace. Obtain a new API key from the Method dashboard if necessary, and ensure it has the appropriate scopes.
```python
import method
# Ensure your API key is correctly configured
# For example, by setting an environment variable:
# export METHOD_API_KEY='your_actual_api_key_here'
try:
client = method.Client(api_key="YOUR_ACTUAL_METHOD_API_KEY") # Replace with your actual key or load from env
# Attempt an operation to test the key
accounts = client.accounts.list()
print("API Key is valid. Accounts retrieved successfully.")
except method.exceptions.MethodError as e:
if "Invalid API Key" in str(e):
print("Error: The provided Method API Key is invalid.")
else:
print(f"An API error occurred: {e}")
except Exception as e:
print(f"An unexpected error occurred: {e}")
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