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How to post to Instagram via API in TypeScript
Step-by-step guide to authenticating Instagram users, uploading media, and scheduling posts using the Aether API — from zero to your first published post.
Scheduling posts to 7 platforms: rate limits & timezones
Platform-specific rate limits, timezone edge cases, and queue architecture you need to understand before shipping a multi-platform scheduling feature.
Using Claude to manage your social media via MCP
Install the Aether MCP server and talk to your social accounts in natural language inside Claude Desktop. Publish posts, check your inbox, and pull analytics.
How to post to LinkedIn via API in TypeScript
Step-by-step guide to posting text updates, articles, and images to LinkedIn Company Pages and personal profiles via API — including partner token setup and content type rules.
Automating social media workflows with n8n and Aether
Build no-code social media automation pipelines with n8n and the Aether API. Schedule posts, monitor your inbox, and trigger workflows from RSS feeds, webhooks, or a cron schedule.
What is a webhook? A complete guide for developers
A webhook is an HTTP callback that fires when an event happens — no polling required. Learn how webhooks work, how to secure them with HMAC signatures, and how to handle failures.
OAuth 2.0 explained for developers
OAuth 2.0 lets users authorize your app to act on their behalf without sharing passwords. Here's the full authorization code flow, token refresh, and how to skip the complexity with Connect Links.
API rate limiting explained — and how to handle 429 errors
Rate limiting prevents any single client from overwhelming an API. Learn fixed-window vs token-bucket algorithms, how to read rate-limit headers, and how to write retry logic that actually works.
Best social media APIs for developers in 2026
Comparing Aether, Ayrshare, Buffer, Hootsuite, Sprout Social, and the native platform APIs across platforms supported, developer experience, pricing, and missing features.
How to post to TikTok via API in TypeScript
Step-by-step guide to connecting TikTok accounts, uploading video files, and publishing posts via the Aether API in TypeScript — including video processing status polling.
Social media API pricing in 2026: what does it actually cost?
A developer's breakdown of platform API costs, unified API pricing tiers, hidden costs, and total cost of ownership — so you can make the right build-vs-buy decision.
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