# Exercise 1: Introduction to Zerto APIs ## Overview This exercise introduces you to Zerto's REST API and the Python SDK. You'll learn about the API structure, authentication methods, and basic concepts. ## Objectives - Understand Zerto's REST API architecture - Learn about Keycloak authentication - Review API documentation - Set up your development environment ## Time 5 minutes ## Prerequisites - Python 3.8 or higher installed - Access to Zerto API documentation - Basic understanding of REST APIs ## Exercise Steps 1. Review the API documentation 2. Understand the authentication flow 3. Explore the SDK structure ## Key Concepts - REST API basics - Keycloak authentication - API endpoints - SDK architecture ## Next Steps Proceed to Exercise 2: Authentication to start working with the SDK.