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Below are the answers to your questions regarding Redocly and related configurations. I've used markdown formatting for clarity and structure.

1. How do I protect this debrief.md page so that it requires someone with the "pearl" role to access it?

To restrict access to a specific page like debrief.md in Redocly or a similar documentation system, you typically need to integrate with an authentication system or use a static site hosting service with access control features. Redocly itself does not provide built-in role-based access control (RBAC) for individual pages. However, here are some approaches:

Using a Hosting Service with Access Control: If you're hosting your documentation on platforms like GitHub Pages, Netlify, or Vercel, you can use third-party services or plugins to add authentication. For example:
Netlify offers Identity and Access Management features where you can define roles like "pearl" and restrict access to specific pages or directories.
Use a tool like Auth0 or Okta to set up authentication and role-based access before users can access the page.
Custom Middleware: If you're hosting Redocly on a custom server (e.g., Node.js with Express), you can implement middleware to check for user roles before serving the page. Here's a conceptual example in pseudo-code:

app.get('/debrief', (req, res) => {
  if (req.user.role === 'pearl') {
    res.render('debrief.md');
  } else {
    res.status(403).send('Access Denied');
  }
});

Redocly Configuration: If you're using Redocly CLI or Redocly Portal, check if there's a way to configure access control through their enterprise features or custom plugins. You might need to consult their documentation or support for specific RBAC configurations.

If you're using a specific platform or setup, please provide more details for a tailored solution.

2. How do I create a code walkthrough?

A code walkthrough in the context of API documentation or Redocly typically refers to a step-by-step guide explaining code or API usage. Here's how you can create one:

Structure Your Walkthrough:

Introduction: Explain the purpose of the code or API endpoint.
Prerequisites: List any tools, libraries, or setup needed.
Steps: Break down the code or process into numbered steps with explanations.
Code Snippets: Include syntax-highlighted code blocks.
Expected Output: Show what the result should look like.

Using Markdown in Redocly: You can write a walkthrough directly in a markdown file (e.g., walkthrough.md) and link it in your OpenAPI description or Redocly configuration. Example:

# API Code Walkthrough

## Introduction
This guide walks you through using our API to fetch user data.

## Prerequisites
- Node.js installed
- API key from our dashboard

## Steps
1. **Set up your environment**:
   Install the necessary packages.
   ```bash
   npm install axios

Make a request: Use the following code to fetch data.

const axios = require('axios');
axios.get('https://api.example.com/users', {
  headers: { 'Authorization': 'Bearer YOUR_API_KEY' }
}).then(response => console.log(response.data));

Check the output: You should see a JSON response with user data.


-  **Integrate with Redocly**: Add this markdown file to your Redocly project by referencing it in your `redocly.yaml` or OpenAPI file under a relevant tag or description field.

### 3. How do I only show the mock server in the Try It console (not a real server)?

In Redocly, the "Try It" console typically connects to a live server or a mock server for testing API requests. To ensure only the mock server is shown or used:

-  **Configure Mock Server in OpenAPI Spec**: Ensure your OpenAPI specification includes a mock server URL. You can define this under the `servers` section of your OpenAPI YAML/JSON file:
```yaml
servers:
  - url: https://mock.api.example.com
    description: Mock Server for Testing

Disable or Hide Real Server: If your OpenAPI spec includes multiple server URLs, remove or comment out the real server URLs during documentation rendering. Alternatively, use Redocly's configuration to override the server list:

In redocly.yaml, you can specify which server to use for the "Try It" feature:

apiDefinitions:
  main:
    root: ./openapi.yaml
features:
  tryIt:
    server: https://mock.api.example.com

Mock Server Setup: If you don't already have a mock server, you can set one up using tools like Prism or Postman Mock Server, and point Redocly to it. For example, with Prism:

npx prism mock ./openapi.yaml

Then update your Redocly configuration to use the local mock server URL (e.g., http://localhost:4010).

Check Redocly's documentation for the latest options on configuring the "Try It" console, as features may evolve.

4. How do I run API monitoring using Redocly on a regular schedule?

Redocly does not have a built-in feature for API monitoring or scheduled tasks as it's primarily a documentation tool. However, you can achieve API monitoring on a schedule using external tools or scripts in combination with Redocly's CLI for validation or linting. Here's how:

Use Redocly CLI for Validation: Redocly CLI can lint and validate your OpenAPI specs. You can script this to run periodically.

redocly lint ./openapi.yaml

Set Up a Monitoring Tool: Use a tool like Postman, Newman, or a custom script to monitor API endpoints for uptime, performance, or response correctness. For example, with Newman (Postman's CLI):

Create a Postman collection for your API tests.
Run it via Newman on a schedule:
```
newman run your_collection.json
```

Schedule with Cron or CI/CD:
On a Linux/Unix system, use cron to schedule the monitoring script. For example, to run every day at 2 AM:
```
0 2 * * * /path/to/your/script.sh
```

In a CI/CD pipeline (e.g., GitHub Actions), set up a workflow to run Redocly linting or API tests on a schedule:

name: API Monitoring
on:
  schedule:
    - cron: '0 2 * * *'
jobs:
  monitor:
    runs-on: ubuntu-latest
    steps:
      - uses: actions/checkout@v3
      - run: npx @redocly/cli lint ./openapi.yaml

Custom Monitoring Solution: If you need deeper monitoring (e.g., response times, error rates), consider tools like Datadog, New Relic, or a custom script using libraries like axios in Node.js to ping your API endpoints and log results.

If you're looking for a specific integration with Redocly, please clarify your setup or requirements.

5. How do I make headings purple colored in Redocly?

Redocly uses a theme-based styling system based on Redoc (its underlying library). To customize the color of headings (e.g., make them purple), you can override the default CSS or use theme customization options.

Using Custom CSS:

Create a custom CSS file (e.g., custom.css) with the following content to change heading colors to purple:
```
h1, h2, h3, h4, h5, h6 {
  color: #800080; /* Purple */
}
```
Reference this CSS file in your Redocly configuration (redocly.yaml):
```
theme:
  customStyles: ./custom.css
```

Using Theme Variables: If Redocly supports theme variables for headings (check the latest documentation), you can define colors directly in redocly.yaml:

theme:
  colors:
    headings: ‘#800080’ # Purple

Redocly Portal or Enterprise: If you’re using Redocly Portal, you might have a UI-based theme editor to set colors without coding. Look for theme customization options in the portal settings.

After making these changes, rebuild or refresh your Redocly documentation to apply the styles. If the above methods don’t work, consult the Redocly documentation for the most current theming options, as they may have updated their customization capabilities.

If you have additional details about your setup (e.g., hosting platform, Redocly version, or specific tools), I can provide more precise guidance. Let me know if you’d like to dive deeper into any of these topics!