> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.epicollect.net/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.epicollect.net/developers/intro.md).

# Intro

Epicollect5 provides an API to fetch data programmatically using some simple GET requests.

Responses are in `JSON` (default) or `CSV` format.

For simple uses, we provide you with the parameters and some pre-made endpoints to view in your browser (**public projects only**). [**More info**](/developers/api.md)**.**

{% hint style="warning" %}
For private projects, you'll need to register your app before getting started.

A registered app is assigned a unique Client ID and Client Secret which will be used in the OAuth flow.

**The Client Secret must not be shared!**
{% endhint %}

For advanced users, [**read our comprehensive guide here.**](https://developers.epicollect.net/)


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## Querying This Documentation
If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question.

Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter, and the optional `goal` query parameter:

```
GET https://docs.epicollect.net/developers/intro.md?ask=<question>&goal=<endgoal>
```

`ask` is the immediate question: it should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language.
`goal` is optional and describes the broader end goal you are ultimately trying to accomplish on behalf of the user. GitBook uses it to tailor the answer towards what is most useful for that goal.

The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation.

Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.