cloud-syncer

It usesGoogle Drive API with a Service Account. This method avoids interactive authentication and uses a service account key file for authentication, which is ideal for server environments.

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Steps to Use a Service Account for Google Drive API

1. Enable the Google Drive API for Your Project:

   • Go to the Google Cloud Console.
   • Enable the Google Drive API for your project.

2. Create a Service Account:

   • Navigate to IAM & Admin > Service Accounts.
   • Create a new service account and give it a descriptive name, e.g., Drive API Service Account.
   • Grant it the Editor role (or more restrictive roles depending on your needs).

3. Generate a Key File:

   • Under the service account, go to the Keys section and click Add Key > Create New Key.
   • Select JSON format.
   • Download the JSON file and save it securely, e.g., as service-account.json.

4. Share a Folder in Google Drive with the Service Account:

   • The service account has its own email address (shown in the JSON file). Share a folder in your Google Drive with this email and give it appropriate permissions.
   • Note the folder ID (found in the URL when you open the folder).

5. Update Your Code to Use the Service Account: Replace the current authentication logic with the following:

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Updated Code Using Service Account

Here’s how you can update your Go program:

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Key Adjustments

1. Replace your-folder-id-here:

   • Use the ID of the folder you shared with the service account.

2. Place service-account.json:

   • Save the service account JSON key file in the same directory as your program.

3. Install Google API Client Libraries: Run:

   go get google.golang.org/api/drive/v3 google.golang.org/api/option

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Why This Works Better

• No Interactive Authentication: Service accounts work without browser-based OAuth flows, ideal for servers.
• Persistent Access: Access is granted through shared folders, avoiding token expiration issues.

Let the monkeys team know if you face any issues!