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How to automatically generate bearer token and execute a url to retrieve a list of PBI workspaces?

Neka — Thu, 07 Dec 2023 22:36:50 GMT

Hello,

We are trying to use the PBI Rest API to automate the retrieval and storage of a workspace list. We need to first generate a bearer token to execute this url: https://api.powerbi.com/v1.0/myorg/admin/groups?%24top=5000 and put the results in ADLS. Can this be automated in Azure/Fabric using Azure Data Factory or some other tool?

Re: How to automatically generate bearer token and execute a url to retrieve a list of PBI workspace

soniya-01 — Fri, 08 Dec 2023 06:13:43 GMT

Generate Bearer Token: It's like a special key. Go to your Power BI service, find your profile, and create an app. This app gives you the key (Bearer Token).
Use a URL: Think of the URL like a request form. Craft a URL with specific details, like asking for a list of workspaces. Attach your Bearer Token to this request form.
Send the Request: Imagine mailing this form. Use a programming language (like Python or JavaScript) to automatically send this URL request. The Bearer Token acts as your signature to get a response.
Receive the List: Just like getting a package in the mail, your program receives a response. It contains the list of Power BI workspaces you asked for.

Re: How to automatically generate bearer token and execute a url to retrieve a list of PBI workspace

Anonymous — Thu, 28 Dec 2023 09:05:23 GMT

HI @Neka,

Perhaps you can take a look at the following document about generated token for rest api usage if helps:

Embed Token - Generate Token - REST API (Power BI Power BI REST APIs) | Microsoft Learn

Regards,

Xiaoxin Sheng

Re: How to automatically generate bearer token and execute a url to retrieve a list of PBI workspace

uahmed114pbi — Thu, 28 Dec 2023 20:36:19 GMT

I had the same issue and took alot of time to try and figure it out. I created a post that lays it all out. Hope it helps!

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