How to integrate with Google Calendar in Bubble.io: Step-by-Step Guide

Certainly! Below is a detailed, step-by-step guide on integrating Google Calendar with your Bubble.io application.

 

Integrating Google Calendar with Bubble.io

 

Integrating Google Calendar with your Bubble.io application enables you to automate and manage calendar events directly from your web application. This guide outlines the necessary steps to achieve a seamless integration using OAuth2.0 for authentication, setting up API calls, and processing calendar data.

 

Prerequisites

 

• A Bubble.io account with a project set up for integration.
• Basic understanding of API workflows and OAuth2.0, including client ID, client secret, and redirect URIs.
• Access to Google Cloud Platform (GCP) for API keys and credentials.
• Understanding of Bubble.io’s API Connector plugin and how to configure it.

 

Setting Up Google API and Credentials

 

1. Create a Google Cloud Platform Project:

• Log in to the Google Cloud Console.
• Create a new project.
• Navigate to the “APIs & Services” > “Library” and search for "Google Calendar API".
• Click on “Enable” to enable the Google Calendar API.

1. Create OAuth2.0 Credentials:

• Go to “APIs & Services” > “Credentials”.
• Click on “Create Credentials” and choose “OAuth client ID”.
• Set up the consent screen by filling out the necessary information (e.g., application name, support email).
• Under "Application type", select “Web application”.
• Specify the authorized redirect URI, usually in the format: https://YOUR_APP_NAME.bubbleapps.io/api/1.1/oauth_redirect.

1. Retrieve Client ID and Client Secret:

• Save the OAuth2.0 Client ID and Client Secret provided, as these will be essential for setting up the connection in Bubble.io.

 

Configuring Bubble.io for Google Calendar API

 

1. Install API Connector Plugin:

• Open your Bubble.io application.
• Go to the Plugins tab.
• Search for and install the “API Connector” plugin.

1. Set Up the API Connection in Bubble:

• Navigate to the Plugins tab and open the “API Connector”.
• Click “Add another API” and name it (e.g., Google Calendar API).

1. Create API Calls:

• Authentication: Set up OAuth2.0 User-Agent Flow using the following details:
  • Auth URL: https://accounts.google.com/o/oauth2/auth
  • Access Token URL: https://accounts.google.com/o/oauth2/token
  • Client ID: Your Google API Client ID
  • Client Secret: Your Google API Client Secret
  • Scope: https://www.googleapis.com/auth/calendar
  • User Profile Endpoint: (Optional for user data)
  • Redirect URL: Set to Bubble's redirect: https://YOUR_APP_NAME.bubbleapps.io/api/1.1/oauth_redirect

1. Define Calendar API Calls:

• For each desired API method (e.g., list calendars, add event), specify the respective endpoint and HTTP method (GET, POST, etc.).
• Example - List Calendars:
  • Method: GET
  • URL: https://www.googleapis.com/calendar/v3/users/me/calendarList
  • Headers: Set authorization headers automatically based on token fetched through OAuth2.0.
• Example - Create Event:
  • Method: POST
  • URL: https://www.googleapis.com/calendar/v3/calendars/primary/events
  • Headers: Authorization: “Bearer token”
  • Body: JSON with event details, e.g., start/end time, summary.

 

Implementing Google Calendar Functions in Bubble.io

 

1. Authenticate Users:

• Add a login button in your Bubble app to trigger OAuth2.0 login.
• Use the API Connector’s authentication feature for handling user login and obtaining access tokens.

1. Use API Calls in Workflows:

• Create workflows using the Data and Events tab in Bubble.io.
• Access the Google Calendar API data through these workflows to display events or create new ones.
• Ensure actions appropriately respond to successful API calls and handle errors correctly.

1. Display Calendar Data:

• Utilize Bubble’s repeating groups or other data elements to present calendar events.
• Update the display dynamically based on API response data.

 

Testing the Integration

 

• Use Bubble’s preview mode to test authentication and ensure data from your Google Calendar is accessible after login.
• Verify that events are created/modified and reflect accurately on your Google Calendar.
• Ensure that OAuth2.0 flows work seamlessly without errors during login and token exchange.

 

Deploying Your Bubble.io Application

 

• After successful testing, prepare your Bubble.io app for deployment.
• Ensure all production environment credentials (Client ID, Client Secret) are correctly set.
• Conduct final tests in live mode to verify functionality and responsiveness.

 

By carefully following these steps, you will be able to effectively integrate Google Calendar with your Bubble.io application, thereby enhancing your app’s functionality with real-time calendar management capabilities.