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## Quick Start

Set up your environment and create your first instance using the OIPA REST API by performing the following tasks:

Setting up Environment

For more information on setting up the Service Layer environment and for creating users, see the following sections:

- Setting up the WebLogic Installation and Security

- Setting up the WebSphere Installation and Security

Executing a Web Service

You may use any tool available, such as a browser or a third-party tool such as POSTMAN to access the OIPA REST APIs. Service layer accepts application/xml as well for REST Wrapper services. To execute an API, the following name-value pairs are mandatory in the Request header:

- Accept: application/json or application/xml
- Content-Type: application/json or application/xml
- Authentication: Supports Basic and OAuth 2.0 authentication