API Key Detector Developer Workflow Guide

Scenario

Exposed API keys in commits and tickets can lead to unauthorized access, data leakage, and service abuse. This use case shows how engineering teams can run API Key Detector in a repeatable workflow.

Workflow Steps

1. Collect raw input, define success criteria, and document the context before running the tool.
2. Paste text from source code, terminal logs, or pull request diffs.
3. Run detection for common secret and provider key patterns.
4. Mask findings and rotate compromised keys before publishing artifacts.
5. Attach output to tickets, docs, or PRs so the procedure can be reused by the team.

Expected Outcomes

• Reduce release risk by shortening validation and debugging cycles.
• Reduce manual variance and increase consistency in recurring tasks.
• Improve cross-team handoffs with clearer input, output, and review standards.