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octopipe auth login Command Reference

The octopipe auth login command authenticates your local CLI session with the Octopipe cloud service. This step is essential for accessing cloud-specific features and for securely managing pipelines.

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Purpose

  • Authentication:
    Validates your credentials against the Octopipe service via direct credentials (API key, username/password, token) or via an interactive browser flow.
  • Session Management:
    Creates an authenticated session that persists until logout.

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Usage

octopipe auth login [options]
Options
  • --api-key <key>
    Description: Provide your unique API key for direct authentication.
    Example: --api-key ABCDEFG1234567
  • --username <username>
    Description: Specify your username for direct authentication (requires --password).
    Example: --username johndoe
  • --password <password>
    Description: Specify your password for direct authentication (requires --username).
    Example: --password MySecretPassword
  • --token <token>
    Description: Use an existing authentication token if available.
    Example: --token TOKEN_VALUE
  • --server <url>
    Description: Define a custom server URL if you are not using the default Octopipe endpoint.
    Example: --server https://custom.octopipe.io
  • --port <port>
    Description: Local port for the callback server if using the browser-based flow.
    Default: 8765
  • --timeout <seconds>
    Description: Timeout in seconds before the browser-based login flow fails.
    Default: 120

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Detailed Behavior

  1. Direct Credential Validation:
    • If you pass an --api-key, the CLI will authenticate directly by sending the API key to the server.
    • If you pass --username and --password, the CLI will attempt username/password authentication.
    • If you pass --token, the CLI will simply store this token, bypassing the login flow.
  2. Browser-Based Flow:
    • If no direct credentials are provided, the CLI will attempt the interactive login flow by opening your browser and listening on a local port for a callback.
    • Once authenticated, the token is stored locally.
  3. Session Persistence:
    • The token is saved in your local configuration (usually ~/.octopipe/auth.json), so you don’t need to log in repeatedly.
  4. Security Measures:
    • Passwords and tokens are not logged. All sensitive information is encrypted during transmission.
    • Always store credentials safely.

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Examples

Example 1: Logging in with an API Key 
octopipe auth login --api-key ABCDEFG1234567
Example 2: Logging in with Username and Password 
octopipe auth login --username johndoe --password MySecretPassword
Example 3: Using an Existing Token 
octopipe auth login --token TOKEN_VALUE
Example 4: Browser-Based Flow with Custom Port 
octopipe auth login --port 9999 --timeout 120

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Best Practices

  • Keep Your API Key Secure:
    Never expose your API key or password in shared scripts or public repositories.
  • Session Management:
    Regularly log out (octopipe auth logout) if you’re using a shared machine.
  • Token Renewal:
    In case your session expires, re-run the login command to refresh your token.

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Troubleshooting

  • Invalid Credentials:
    Check for typos in API key, username, or password.
  • Network Issues:
    Verify that you have an active internet connection, especially when using a custom server URL.
  • Server Errors:
    If the server returns an error, refer to the troubleshooting section of our documentation for further guidance.

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Conclusion

The octopipe auth login command is essential for establishing a secure, authenticated session with the Octopipe service. By following the best practices and examples provided, you can ensure smooth and secure access to all Octopipe functionalities.