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Technical notes and guides on government contracting data, APIs, and the problems you hit when you try to stitch them together.

Why Use the Tango Python and Node SDKs

The official tango-python and tango-node SDKs handle auth, pagination, errors, and response shaping so you get full type safety and less boilerplate. Same API, two languages.

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The Value of Response Shaping

Response shaping is requesting only the fields you need. Pass shape via REST (query param) or the SDKs. Often 60–80% smaller payloads so you spend less on bandwidth, parsing, and tokens.

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Understanding Contracts, IDVs, and Vehicles in Federal Procurement Data

Navigating the relationships between Contracts, IDVs, and Vehicles in federal procurement data can be confusing. Here's a clear guide to understanding these concepts and when to use each Tango API endpoint.

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