1. Introduction In the modern web development scenario, integrating third party services using APIs is a common practice. These integrations allow developers to use existing functionalities, such as payment processing, social media sharing, authentication, etc. rather than building these features from scratch. This blog will guide you through the process of integrating third-party services in […]
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Introduction In the Previous Article we have learned about Design for Scalability including Stateless architecture, Api Versioning, Rate Limiting and Efficient Data Management Techniques. In this Article we will learn a few more aspects of api scaling like Scalability and Resource Management, Performance and application design. Scalability and Resource Management 1. Load Balancer A load […]
Importance of Scalable APIs Scalable APIs support business growth by efficiently managing more traffic and higher demands. They provide seamless user experience, boosting customer satisfaction and loyalty. Scalable APIs manage resources efficiently, cutting costs and speeding up the launch of new products and services. Designing for Scalability Stateless Architecture The server doesn’t remember past interactions […]
Introduction to API Security API security is essential for Protecting data, preventing unauthorized access which can lead to business Disruption, Reputation loss, Financial losses . Also Api security can bring competitive advantage as people prefer more secure applications. One of the key features to prevent unauthorized access is using proper authentication and authorization techniques. Authentication […]
Introduction to GraphQL vs REST In the world of web development, picking the right API design is crucial for how well your application performs and scales. Two popular options are REST (Representational State Transfer) and GraphQL, each with its own strengths that developers find useful. GraphQL and REST are two distinct approaches to designing APIs […]
In our previous blogs on API development, we started our journey into the fundamentals of APIs, explored various API types, and discussed essential principles. If you haven’t read them yet, you can find them here. In this blog, we delve deeper into RESTful API development, focusing on the principles of REST, best practices for designing […]
In the fast-paced world of software development, the adoption of agile methodologies and microservices architectures has become synonymous with innovation and efficiency. At the heart of these transformative changes lies the critical practice of API and microservices testing. As these technologies reshape the way applications are built and deployed, the role of robust testing methodologies […]