DigitalOcean offers an API to create Snapshot. Let’s look into the details. At Bobcares, with our DigitalOcean Managed Service, we can handle your issues.

How to Create a Snapshot using the DigitalOcean API?

DigitalOcean has an API that allows us to manage the resources through code, including taking snapshots of the Droplets. Snapshots are disk images of the Droplets taken on demand. They record the full state of the Droplet’s disk at a given point in time, including the OS, apps, settings, and data. We can use Snapshots for backups, disaster recovery, and setting up Droplets with pre-setup environments.

The API also provides an easy way to make snapshots without using the web interface. To use the API, we’ll need the DigitalOcean API token. We can create one in the account’s “API” section.

Steps to Create the Snapshot

1. The DigitalOcean API supports various languages like Python, Node.js, etc. We must select one we’re comfortable with.

2. Then, set up the correct library for the chosen language to interact with the DigitalOcean API.

3. Now, use the DigitalOcean API token in the code to verify with the API.

4. Create the API Request as follows:

Endpoint: https://api.digitalocean.com/v2/droplets//actions

Replace with our Droplet’s numeric ID.

Method: Use a POST request.

Body:

Replace with the desired snapshot name.

5. Use the library functions to send the API request. The response will show if the snapshot creation is queued or if there’s an error. It may also include details about the new snapshot.

6. It’s better to power down the Droplet before creating a snapshot to ensure all data is captured in a stable state.

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Conclusion

To sum up, our Tech team went over the details of steps to create a snapshot using the DigitalOcean API.