How do the JSON output and object table of 42 Matters amazon android apps lookup API function?

In this article, I will be clarifying the object table and JSON output specifically of the 42 Matters Amazon Android Apps Lookup API. This will include an overview of the types of information that can be found in the object table and how it is structured, as well as a description of the format and structure of the JSON output. By the end of this article, you should have a clear understanding of the object table and JSON output of this API, and how they can be used to access and interpret the data provided by the API.

API Table

1. asin: This is the unique identifier for an app on the Amazon Appstore, and is known as the Amazon Standard Identification Number. It is a unique string of characters that is used to identify a specific app.

2. market_url: This is a deep link to the app's page on the Amazon Appstore. It is a URL that can be used to access the app's page directly, allowing users to easily find and download the app.

3. icon: This is the full-sized icon for the app. It is a graphic image that represents the app, and is usually displayed on the app's page on the Amazon Appstore, as well as on the app's home screen when it is installed on a device.

4. title: This is the title of the app, as it is displayed on the Amazon Appstore and on a device when the app is installed.

5. price: This is the formatted price of the app, including the currency symbol. This is the price that is displayed on the Amazon Appstore, and is usually the price that users will pay to download the app.

6. market_update: This is the date that the app was last updated on the Amazon Appstore. This information is useful for users who want to know when an app was last updated, as it can help them determine if the app is still being actively maintained by the developer.

7. price_numeric: This is the price of the app in numeric form, without the currency symbol. This can be useful for users who want to compare the prices of different apps, or for developers who want to analyze pricing data.

8. developer: This is the name of the developer who created the app. This information is useful for users who want to know who is behind an app, as it can help them gauge the quality and reliability of the app.

9. rating: This is the rating of the app, as assigned by users on the Amazon Appstore. Ratings are usually on a scale from 0 to 5, with 5 being the highest rating. This information can be helpful for users who want to see how other people have enjoyed an app.

10. features: This is a list of human-readable features that are included in the app. These features are usually listed on the app's page on the Amazon Appstore, and can help users understand what the app does and what it is capable of.

11. thumbs: This is a list of thumbnail images that are associated with the app. These images are usually displayed on the app's page on the Amazon Appstore, and can help users get a sense of what the app looks like and what it does.

12. screenshots: This is a list of screenshots of the app in action. These images are usually displayed on the app's page on the Amazon Appstore, and can help users see what the app looks like and how it works.

13. size: This is the size of the app, as measured in bytes. This information is useful for users who are concerned about how much space an app will take up on their device, or who want to know how large an app is before they download it.

14. market_source: This is the source of the app, which in this case is always "AMAZON" to indicate that the app is available on the Amazon Appstore.

15. version: This is the current version of the app. This information is useful for users who want to know if an app has been updated recently, or who want to know what version of an app they are using.

16. dev_amazon_link: This object is currently empty. It is not clear what information would be stored in this object.

The information in the table is useful for a variety of reasons. For users, the information can help them understand more about an app before they download it. For example, the title, icon, and screenshots can give users an idea of what the app looks like and what it does, while the rating and reviews can help them gauge the quality and reliability of the app. Additionally, the price, size, and last update date can be useful for users who are trying to decide whether to download an app or not. For developers, the information can be helpful for analyzing trends and understanding more about their competition. For example, they can use the price and rating information to see how their app compares to similar apps, or they can use the update date and version information to track their own app's performance over time.

JSON Output

This JSON output contains information about an app available on the Amazon Appstore. The app is identified by its asin, or Amazon Standard Identification Number, which is "B00992CF6W". The app has a market_url, or deep link to its page on the Amazon Appstore, which is "amazon.com/dp/B00992CF6W". The app also has an icon, which is located at the URL "m.media-amazon.com/images/I/512dVKB22QL.png". The app's title is "Minecraft" and its price is "$6.99", which is also available in numeric form at "price_numeric": 6.99. The app was last updated on the Amazon Appstore on "2020-08-11T00:00:00+00:00" according to the "market_update" field. The developer of the app is "Mojang" and the app has a rating of 4.3. The app has a list of features, including skins and texture packs, Xbox Live support, cross platform play, and more. The app also has a list of thumbnail images and screenshots, as well as information about its size, market source, version, age rating, website, and privacy policy. Finally, the app has a description field, which contains a detailed overview of the app and its features.

{
"asin": "B00992CF6W",
"market_url": "https://amazon.com/dp/B00992CF6W",
"icon": "https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/512dVKB22QL.png",
"title": "Minecraft",
"price": "$6.99",
"market_update": "2020-08-11T00:00:00+00:00",
"price_numeric": 6.99,
"developer": "Mojang",
"rating": 4.3,
"features": [
"Skins and texture packs! We have biome settlers, city folk, town folk, and more!",
"Xbox Live support, including achievements",
"Cross platform play for up to five players between Pocket Edition and Windows 10",
"Slash commands to let you tweak how the game plays - you can give items away, summon mobs, change the time of day, and more.",
"Spooky witches and their huts, complete with cauldrons filled with random potions and the ability to dye armor",
"Ocelots! And bunnies!",
"Villager Trading!"
],
"thumbs": [
"https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/A1ErF2iPlpL.png",
"m.media-amazon.com/images/I/B1zJd2-gaSS.png",
"m.media-amazon.com/images/I/B1JubcYsJNS.png",
"m.media-amazon.com/images/I/A1ErF2iPlpL.png",
"m.media-amazon.com/images/I/B1zJd2-gaSS.png",
"m.media-amazon.com/images/I/A1mM8bTu1GL.png",
"m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91ZmgFvglpL.png"
],
"screenshots": [
"https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/A1ErF2iPlpL.png",
"m.media-amazon.com/images/I/B1zJd2-gaSS.png",
"m.media-amazon.com/images/I/A1mM8bTu1GL.png",
"m.media-amazon.com/images/I/A1+T1Zoz25L.png",
"m.media-amazon.com/images/I/B1zJd2-gaSS.png",
"m.media-amazon.com/images/I/A1mM8bTu1GL.png",
"m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91ZmgFvglpL.png"
],
"size": 564238745,
"market_source": "AMAZON",
"version": "1.19.31.01",
"dev_amazon_link": "https://www.amazon.com/gp/search?index=mobile-apps&field-brandtextbin=Mojang&search-type=ss",
"age_rating": "Guidance Suggested",
"website": "http://help.mojang.com",
"privacy_policy": "https://account.mojang.com/terms",
"description": "Explore infinite worlds and build everything from the simplest of homes to the grandest of castles. Play in creative mode with unlimited resources or mine deep into the world in survival mode, crafting weapons and armor to fend off dangerous mobs. Create, explore and survive alone or with friends on mobile devices or Windows 10.\n\nEXPAND YOUR GAME:\nMarketplace - Discover the latest community creations in the marketplace! Get unique maps, skins, and texture packs from your favorite creators.\n\nSlash commands - Tweak how the game plays: you can give items away, summon mobs, change the time of day, and more.\n\nAdd-Ons - Customize your experience even further with free Add-Ons! If you're more tech-inclined, you can modify data-driven behaviors in the game to create new resource packs.",
"minimum_operating_system": "Android 5.0",
"size_min": 564238745,
"permissions": [
"Allows sending in-app billing requests and managing in-app billing transactions",
"Allows verification of Google app Entitlements\r\n",
"Allows an application to receive messages via Google Cloud Messaging",
"Receive message via Amazon Device",
"Access information about networks",
"Access information about Wi-Fi networks",
"FOREGROUND_SERVICE",
"Access the list of accounts in the Accounts Service",
"Open network sockets",
"POST_NOTIFICATIONS",
"Read the USer's contacts data",
"Read from external storage",
"Access the vibration feature",
"PowerManager WakeLocks to keep processor from sleeping or screen from dimming",
"Write to external storage"
],
"what_is_new": "Various bug fixes!\n",
"created": "2012-09-13T00:00:00+00:00",
"size_max": 564238745,
"number_ratings": 132219,
"iap": true,
"category": [
"Adventure",
"Games",
"Strategy"
],
"package_name": "com.mojang.minecraftpe",
"market_status": "PUBLISHED"
}

Concluding

We have discussed the object table and JSON output of the 42 Matters Amazon Android Apps Lookup API. We defined and described each object in the table, and provided examples of how the information can be useful for users and developers. We also examined a specific example of a JSON output, providing a detailed overview of all the information that is included in the output. Overall, this information can be used to access and interpret data about apps available on the Amazon Appstore, and can be helpful for users who are interested in downloading apps, as well as for developers who want to analyze trends and understand more about their competition.

Note

The 42 Matters Amazon Android Apps Lookup API is a tool that provides access to data about apps available on the Amazon Appstore. If you are interested in using this API, you can request access through the third party data marketplace of Worldindata. Worldindata is a platform that connects companies and organizations with data providers, allowing you to access a wide variety of data sets and APIs for your business or research needs. By requesting access to the 42 Matters Amazon Android Apps Lookup API through Worldindata, you can gain access to the data and functionality provided by the API, and use it to build your own applications or conduct research and analysis. To request access to the API, you will need to sign up for an account with Worldindata and follow their process for requesting and purchasing access to specific data sets or APIs.