Command Line Program for usemotion.com API Integration

Job ID: 38273720

Budget: $30 – $250 USD

I have recently started using the Motion app for productivity, which allows me to manage tasks and projects. Currently, I input tasks manually, but the app supports an API for automation. I am seeking a freelance Python developer to create a command line tool that uploads tasks from a CSV file into the Motion app via its API.

Key Details:
API Documentation: Motion API Documentation
Language: Python
Input/Output: STDIN/STDOUT text interface
Output Format: Pretty-printed JSON
Rate Limiting: Implement self-throttling (12 requests per minute)
Functions: Retrieve open projects, workspaces, users; Upload tasks from CSV to specific project

Developer Requirements:
- Proficient in Python: Demonstrated expertise in Python programming, including proficiency in handling data structures, libraries, and scripting.
- API Integration Experience: Proven experience with integrating and consuming RESTful APIs using Python, including authentication, data retrieval, and error handling.
- Command Line Interface (CLI) Development: Track record of developing robust command-line applications in Python, ensuring usability, error handling, and integration with standard input/output streams.
- JSON Handling: Strong understanding of JSON (JavaScript Object Notation) for data manipulation, parsing, formatting, and serialization/deserialization.
- Familiarity with Time Management Tools: Prior experience with task management systems or tools, particularly Usemotion, understanding its functionalities, data structures, and integration possibilities.
-Usemotion Account Creation: Ability to create a free account on Usemotion.com for development and testing purposes, ensuring familiarity with its API and functionalities.
-Sample CSV File Creation: Capable of generating a sample CSV file with at least 3 records that align with the project requirements, demonstrating comprehension and testing readiness.

Preferred Skills and Experience:
-Experience with Similar Projects: Hands-on experience with developing automation tools or integrations involving task management APIs or similar platforms.
- Usemotion API Knowledge: Specific experience with the Usemotion API, including familiarity with its endpoints, authentication methods, rate limiting policies, and best practices.

Selection Criteria:
Candidates with examples showcasing their ability to deliver similar projects or expertise in Usemotion API integration will be preferred. The ability to efficiently and effectively develop the command-line program as outlined in the project specifications is crucial.

Deliverables:
-Fully functional Python program
-Installation and usage instructions
-Sample CSV file for demonstration