Welcome to the world of Express company queries with the XTO API! If you’ve ever needed to track an Express package but felt overwhelmed by the options, fear not! In this blog, we will guide you through the steps to get started with the XTO API and illustrate the process with a relatable analogy.

What is XTO?

XTO is a Node.js API designed to interact with multiple Express delivery companies in China. Beyond just querying express information, it connects with the SEEM-PRIVATE API of kuaidi100, allowing developers to easily obtain package statuses.

Installing the XTO API

To start using XTO, you need to install it via npm. Follow these simple steps:

• Open your terminal.
• Run the command:

shell
$ npm install xto --save -d

Using the XTO API

Here’s the basic usage of the API, illustrated with an analogy.

Analogy: Imagine you are a detective on a mission to find a lost treasure chest (the express package). To locate it, you need a special map (the XTO API) that not only tells you where to go but also alerts you about updates as you venture forth. Using the XTO API is like following that map with specific instructions on how to query for information about your treasure chest.

Basic Query Example

Here’s how you can query for an express package:

javascript
const xto = require('xto');

// Replace NUMBER and COMPANY_NAME with your express details
xto.query(NUMBER, COMPANY_NAME, function(err, express) {
    // Do something with the express information
});

Using Promises

If you prefer a more modern approach, you can use Promises. It’s like charting your progress on the map step by step, ensuring you’re always updated:

javascript
// Make sure to include Bluebird if global.Promise is not found
global.Promise = require('bluebird');

xto.query(NUMBER, COMPANY_NAME)
    .then((data) => {
        // Your code to handle the data
    })
    .catch((err) => {
        // Handle the error
    });

Getting Company Information

Along with package queries, you can also gather additional information about the companies:

javascript
const info = xto.getCompanyInfo(COMPANY_NAME);
// Use the info as needed

Interpreting Status Codes

In your quest, you may find a status code that requires understanding. You can convert this code to a more readable format:

javascript
const text = xto.stateToText(express[state]);
// Use text to explain the status

Troubleshooting

Should you encounter any hiccups on your journey, consider these troubleshooting tips:

• Ensure you have Node.js version 8.0.0 or above installed.
• Check your internet connection; the API requires connectivity to the kuaidi100 service.
• If you run into issues with Promises, make sure you have set the global Promise properly.
• Refer to the issue section on the GitHub repository for similar problems: GitHub Issues.

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Conclusion

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