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How to Retrieve Data from MongoDB Using Node.js and Swagger Parameters

In the world of web development, efficiently retrieving data from databases is a fundamental skill. Whether you're building a backend for a mobile application, a web app, or even an API, knowing how to structure your requests is crucial. If you're using Node.js with MongoDB and integrating with Swagger, you might encounter challenges while trying to fetch data based on parameters.

In this article, we'll address a common issue: how to set up request parameters in Swagger to retrieve user data based on their phone number stored in MongoDB.

The Problem

Imagine you are developing a React Native application that requires user location data based on a unique identifier, such as the user's phone number. You have created a function in your controller to fetch this data, but you're facing issues with retrieving the createdBy parameter. Your current setup seems to return an empty value for createdBy.

Here's a glimpse of the code you've shared:

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Key Insight

The challenge arises because the parameter should not be passed in the request body for a GET request. Instead, we need to configure Swagger annotations correctly to properly handle the route.

The Solution

Before proceeding with the solution, ensure you have a good understanding of how Swagger handles path parameters in API documentation.

Step-by-Step Guide

Here is how to correct your Swagger annotation and ensure the createdBy parameter is properly passed to your database query:

Modify the Swagger Annotation:

Update your Swagger path to use curly brackets for the createdBy parameter.

Make sure to define createdBy as a method parameter instead of using it in the request body.

Here’s the corrected Swagger annotation:

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Use req.params to Access the Parameter:

With the corrected Swagger config, you can now access the createdBy parameter correctly in your controller.

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Testing:

Test your API using Swagger to see if it successfully retrieves the data based on the phone number passed as a URL parameter.

Summary

To summarize, using Swagger with Node.js to retrieve data from MongoDB requires proper routing and correct handling of parameters. By modifying your path configuration and making sure you're fetching the parameter correctly, you can effectively get the data you need.

Takeaways

Always use {parameterName} syntax for route parameters in Swagger.

For GET requests, parameters are passed in the URL, not the request body.

Test your API thoroughly to ensure that parameters are being passed and processed as expected.

By following these guidelines, you will be better equipped to handle requests and make the most out of your tech stack.