Benjamin, this is our first session for the SkyPrep LMS Interview with Ben series. Could you share a bit about your background?
Sure! I’ve been deeply involved in LMS implementation and API integration projects across different organizations. My experience includes working on the imc Learning Suite project for Daimler China, as well as SkyPrep LMS deployments for U Mobile and CPOC.
I’ve also developed a custom Report Extraction and Analysis Tool using the SkyPrep LMS API, and built Power BI data visualizations to help organizations transform their learning data into actionable insights. In addition, I’ve created custom search functions and interactive learning features using Articulate Storyline, with expertise in SCORM 2004 and 1.2 standards.
Overall, my focus has been on bridging eLearning systems, data analytics, and LMS automation to improve learner engagement and reporting efficiency.
Benjamin, many L&D Managers are eager to use LMS API to integrate their systems with LMS. Can you explain what it is and how LMS API particularly SkyPrep LMS API helps organizations streamline their learning experience?
The SkyPrep LMS API is a RESTful API that provides endpoints for user management, course enrollment, analytics, and reporting. It allows seamless LMS integration with external platforms like HR systems, CRMs, and Data Visualisation tools like Power BI. This means training administrators can automate workflows such as enrolling users, syncing data, or generating reports without needing manual input. It’s an API-first LMS approach, which gives flexibility and scalability for companies running multiple systems.
SkyPrep LMS integration with external platform
Could you give an example how Data Visualization can be achieved using SkyPrep LMS API?
Absolutely. With the SkyPrep LMS API, we connect learning data directly to Power BI for real-time data visualization. The API extracts key metrics—like user progress, course enrollment, completion rates, and assessment scores—through report extraction endpoints.
At Content Tree, our integration between SkyPrep LMS and Power BI transforms JSON data into interactive dashboards showing learner engagement, ROI, and compliance performance. This bi-directional RESTful API allows Power BI to refresh and filter data instantly, giving HR, training managers, and executives accurate insights without manual exports.
In short, the SkyPrep LMS API bridges eLearning data and Power BI analytics, turning static reports into dynamic, data-driven intelligence.
Calling SkyPrep API in Power BI
That’s interesting! How does Content Tree use the SkyPrep API in our own products and services?
At Content Tree, we’ve developed a Report Extraction and Analysis Tool powered by the SkyPrep API. It connects to SkyPrep’s reporting endpoints to pull user progress, completion data, and performance scores in real time. This integration helps our clients visualize their LMS analytics using tools like Power BI or Excel dashboards. Essentially, the API acts as a bridge between SkyPrep’s LMS data model and the client’s reporting ecosystem which giving them actionable insights without logging into multiple platforms.
Report Extraction Tool
We know that many organisations developed e-learning content in SCORM format, all knows that SCORM can pass basic learning record data (learning status passed/completed/failed, learning duration), but, they couldn’t retrieve much information from SCORM out of those learning data. How does the SkyPrep API handle SCORM data for tracking learning experiences for your clients?
Great question. SkyPrep LMS fully supports SCORM-based eLearning content, and through the SkyPrep API, we can programmatically fetch detailed SCORM tracking results such as completion status, scores, and time spent.
In addition to that, we can fetch slide-level interaction data developed in authoring tools such as Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate in the such as which answers the learner selected, whether they were correct, and how long they took to respond. With such granular SCORM data retrieved via the SkyPrep LMS API, Content Tree helps clients gain deeper insights into learner behavior, course effectiveness, and assessment performance.
This enables organizations to analyze individual learner progress far beyond basic completion data, leading to more informed training strategies and improved learning outcomes.
Data Visualisation
Does using the SkyPrep LMS API involve any additional cost on top of the regular SkyPrep subscription?
No, there is no additional cost. The SkyPrep API is included for customers subscribed to the Premium or Enterprise packages at no extra charge from SkyPrep LMS. However, you will need to develop the API integration yourself. For example, if you want to connect SkyPrep with Power BI, you must have a valid Microsoft Power BI license and develop the necessary code within Power BI to call the SkyPrep API.
Finally, what advice would you give to organizations that want to start using the SkyPrep API for LMS automation or custom development?
Start by exploring the SkyPrep API documentation to understand the available endpoints, authentication methods (such as API keys or OAuth2), and overall REST API best practices. Begin with a single integration goal such as automating user enrollment or creating a custom reporting dashboard. Ensure your developers are familiar with JSON responses and HTTP request methods (mainly POST, as recommended by SkyPrep). Most importantly, measure ROI your API-driven LMS integration should simplify workflows and enhance learner engagement. If multiple API calls are needed in one process, you can use Power BI’s M Language to combine them efficiently.
M Language in Power BI
