Features ParentID in API Reponse

Question

I have a question about the 'parentID' field within the 'features' of the API response. In some cases, this 'parentID' corresponds to an Epic ID, while in others, it represents a Capability ID. Is there any other field or method in the API response that can be used to extract information about whether a particular 'parentID' for a feature pertains to an Epic or a Capability?

Your insights on how to distinguish between the two would be greatly appreciated.

Francois Panaget · Accepted Answer

Hi Rafal,

If you use the expand parameter (https://{{site-url}}/rest/align/api/2/features?id={id}&expand=true), you will be able to get the"parentEpic" or "parentCapability" information.
This could help you distinguish the type of Parent the Feature is associated with.

Here is an example

I hope that will help.

Thanks and Regards, François