API (Application Programming Interface)

A set of rules that allows different software applications to communicate with each other.

What is an API?

An API (Application Programming Interface) enables software components to interact with each other through defined protocols.

APIs allow seamless data exchange between applications.

Common API types include:

  • REST API – Uses HTTP requests to interact with resources
  • GraphQL – Enables flexible and efficient data retrieval
  • Webhooks – Pushes real-time updates between applications

    • APIs are fundamental in modern web, mobile, and SaaS development.

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