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Integrate WooCommerce data into Retool with CData Connect Cloud to build smarter apps and streamline workflows with real-time data access.
Retool enables the rapid creation of custom internal tools using a low-code or no-code approach. By integrating WooCommerce into Retool with CData Connect Cloud, you can access live data from WooCommerce in real time, enabling you to build more efficient apps and streamline workflows.
This guide walks you through the simple steps to connect WooCommerce to Retool via CData Connect Cloud using OpenAPI or the Virtual SQL Server API. You can securely connect to your WooCommerce data, ensuring seamless integration and real-time updates, empowering you to create smarter apps and enhance operational efficiency. Let's get started!
Overview
Here is an overview of the steps:
- Configure: (Optional) Set up your WooCommerce data source in CData Connect Cloud, add a Workspace to Virtual Datasets, add assets to your Workspace, and generate a Personal Access Token (PAT).
- Connect: Link Retool to CData Connect Cloud using OpenAPI or the Virtual SQL Server API.
- Explore: Use your connected data to build smarter apps and explore advanced integrations.
Prerequisites
Ensure you have the following before starting:
- An active WooCommerce account and credentials.
- A CData Connect Cloud account. Log in or sign up for a free trial here.
- A Retool account. Sign up here.
STEP 1: Configure the WooCommerce Connectivity for Retool (in CData Connect Cloud)
Add a WooCommerce connection in CData Connect Cloud to integrate it with Retool.
Note: This step is optional and can be skipped if you have already connected to the WooCommerce data source.


WooCommerce supports the following authentication methods: one-legged OAuth1.0 Authentication and standard OAuth2.0 Authentication.
Connecting using one-legged OAuth 1.0 Authentication
Specify the following properties (NOTE: the below credentials are generated from WooCommerce settings page and should not be confused with the credentials generated by using WordPress OAuth2.0 plugin):
- ConsumerKey
- ConsumerSecret
Connecting using WordPress OAuth 2.0 Authentication
After having configured the plugin, you may connect to WooCommerce by providing the following connection properties:
In either case, you will need to set the Url property to the URL of the WooCommerce instance.
If the connection fails, refer to error messages for guidance in the documentation. Some data sources require direct sign-in, which can be completed via the Sign In button if prompted.
Once you've connected WooCommerce into the CData Connect Cloud, configure virtual Datasets and Workspaces, and then generate a personal access token (PAT) to enable seamless integration and data management across various connected data sources.
Virtual Datasets in CData Connect Cloud simplify access to diverse data sources, supporting tables, views, and derived views with full CRUD capabilities. Workspaces organize datasets, offer SQL Server, connectivity endpoints, and include assets like folders for efficient management. Learn more about Virtual Datasets here
Personal Access Tokens (PATs) in CData Connect Cloud allow connections via REST API, OData, or Virtual SQL Server. Now that you've configured your WooCommerce connection in CData Connect Cloud, it's time to integrate it with Retool. Retool can be connected to WooCommerce in CData Connect Cloud via either OpenAPI or the Virtual SQL Server API. Choose the method that best suits your workflow: To connect using the OpenAPI specification, follow these steps: To connect using the Virtual SQL Server API, follow these steps: Now that you have integrated WooCommerce with Retool using CData Connect Cloud, it's time to utilize your live data to its full potential. Let's build a simple app: With these steps, you've successfully created a dynamic app to manage and visualize your Salesforce opportunities. Enjoy exploring your live data and leveraging it for better insights! Experience real-time WooCommerce data access and enhanced app development with CData Connect Cloud in Retool. Start your free trial today!
Configure the Virtual Datasets and Workspace, and Generate a Personal Access Token (PAT).
STEP 2: Connect Retool to WooCommerce in CData Connect Cloud
Connect via OpenAPI
Connect via Virtual SQL Server API
STEP 3: Build Retool Apps with Your Live WooCommerce Data
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