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Enhancing Response Handling in Payment API

Hi Team,

We are currently facing challenges with our payment processing implementation, specifically related to handling responses. Currently, we receive responses in a specific format and extract values using indices. However, due to the presence of additional data, the intended values are sometimes shifted to different indices, resulting in accurate data retrieval.

To illustrate the issue, consider the following example response:

{

  "directResponse": "1,1,1,This transaction has been approved.,KP51H8,Y,8001065994106,...,0.00,0.00,0.00,FALSE,554,,P,2,...,XXXX1111,Visa,...,I7VM5Y1P40U75LEH2U9LKZV,...",

  "resultCode": 0,

  "messages": [

    { "code": "I00001", "text": "Successful." }

 ]

}

 

In our current approach, fetching the Tax amount relies on a specific index, such as 32. However, the presence of additional data can lead to unpredictable shifts in the index, making it challenging to reliably retrieve the Tax amount.

 

We have a few questions and concerns:

 

  1. Index-Free Value Retrieval:
    • Is there a recommended method for retrieving values from the response without relying on indices? We seek a more robust approach that does not break when the response structure changes.
  2. Handling Extra Data in Response:
  • In cases where we encounter additional data in the response, such as multiple emails or varied zip code formats, could you provide insights into when such scenarios might occur, and are there measures we can take to ensure a consistent response structure?
  1. Mapping Values to Parameters:
    • Is there a suggested way to map values in the response to specific parameters? This approach would allow us to fetch data using parameters rather than indices, providing more flexibility in response handling.
neenasharma
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To address the challenges in payment processing response handling, shift from index-based to key-based value retrieval, utilizing JSON parsing libraries for flexibility. Expect and handle variations in response structures by implementing dynamic parsing mechanisms and robust error handling. Establish a mapping configuration linking response keys to specific system parameters, enhancing adaptability to structural changes without modifying core logic. This approach ensures a more resilient and parameter-driven response handling system, improving overall reliability in the face of evolving data structures.

JohnAllen1
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