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Sometimes you might want some default sample/test data. To create this, run `npm run testdata`. Remember to only run this initially or anytime you want to reset the data as this function deletes ALL existing data.
## API
There is currently a limited API for certain functions of the app. Using the API can be done by firstly generating an API key via the Admin login. `Admin > My Account > API Key (Generate) button`. Once an API Key is generated it will need to be supplied in a header called `apiKey` to authenticate requests.
## Admin
Visit: [http://127.0.0.1:1111/admin](http://127.0.0.1:1111/admin)
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If you'd rather store settings in a file which isn't checked into version control, you can create a new settings file at `/config/settings-local.json` and store your complete settings there. When viewing or editing settings in the admin panel, expressCart will detect the existence of this file and update it accordingly.
This can also be used for payment modules too. Any settings in the `/config/<gateway>-local.json` file will override the `/config/<gateway>.json` file.
##### Cart name and Cart description
These values are used for search engine optimization (SEO) purposes. They will be used as the title and description when your website is listed in Google and other search engines.