These resources support the development of systems that integrate with the WISEdata Ed-Fi API/ODS. The Wisconsin Ed-Fi Vendor Certification process ensures that vendor products comply with the state's regulatory requirements. This documentation is intended for vendors and their application developers working on integrating with the WISEdata Ed-Fi API. The Ed-Fi Alliance, initiated by the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation, unites educators and technology providers to ensure K-12 systems generate useful insights for student success. The Alliance's Ed-Fi Data Standard and Framework streamline the secure exchange of student information, driven by its open-source community.
WISEdata Ed-Fi Documentation: It isn't just for technical experts
This space is dedicated to all vendors integrating with the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction’s (DPI) WISEdata Ed-Fi API, both technical and non-technical. It aims to enhance the collection of required reporting data and supports the integration of educational technology systems with the DPI WISEdata API and WISE applications. Here, you'll find comprehensive guidance on getting started with the Wisconsin DPI, resources for developers, integration testing instructions, documentation for data domains and endpoints, as well as information on projects, release notes, and use cases—all in one place.
- WI DPI WISEdata Ed-Fi Docs - Your resource for Gettings Started, Development & Software Testing, Certification & Integration Testing, Data Domains & Endpoints, What's new for the upcoming school year and more.
- Knowledge-Based Articles (KBA) Portal - For information about WISEdata Level 1 (L1) and Level (2) errors and LEA communications
New to the Ed-Fi Alliance API and Framework?
Discover the Ed-Fi Alliance framework, including Ed-Fi’s Data Standard and APIs, to Advance Education and Your Business Through Data Interoperability.
Start Here: Create an Ed-Fi Account
Developers are the ones who will benefit most from creating an Ed-Fi Community Account— which grants access to our technical training, strategic roadmaps, and other resources—The Ed-Fi Alliance also produces events and content for business leaders and administrators.
- Technology Providers, this introduction blog provides links to account creation, the Technology Provider Playbook, use cases, and the ability to join the Ed-Fi Community.
- API Integration
- Ed-Fi API Client Developer's Guide
- Best Practices - API Integration
- Best Practices - UI/UX
- Troubleshooting: Ed-Fi ODS-API Error Responses
- Support
Got questions? Vendors can reach out to us using the "Vendor Access and Inquiry" form.