Build yourself a completely free CRUD API database with an intuitive user interface with this tutorial using the Google Sheets API.

As the name suggests, the Google Sheets API lets you connect an existing spreadsheet, parse its available data, and pass it to your web application. The latest is version 4.0, which provides the user control over many other properties — such as complete access to cell formatting, including setting colors, text styles, and more. Imagine having a completely free database with an intuitive user interface that helps you view your data and organize it according to your needs while acting as a CMS. How cool is that?

Without further ado, let’s jump right into creating your own CRUD API using the Google Sheets API.

Here’s what we’ll cover in this article:

1. Setting up a new project in Google Cloud Console
2. Linking the Google Sheet
3. Setting up the CRUD API
4. Making your first request
5. Implementing CRUD operations

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