Publisher's Synopsis
Have you ever wondered how apps like Uber, Twitter, or Spotify actually talk to each other? Or how developers build backends that scale, handle real-time data, and stay secure? You're not alone.
In a world driven by connected applications, APIs are the backbone, the secret sauce that powers everything from microservices to mobile apps. But building a great API isn't just about writing some endpoints. It's about crafting a reliable, scalable, secure interface that others actually want to use. So, ask yourself:- Do you want to design RESTful APIs like a pro?
- Curious about GraphQL, gRPC, or WebSockets?
- Wondering how to secure APIs with OAuth2, JWTs, or API keys?
- Need help with documentation, testing, monitoring, and scaling?
- The foundations: What APIs are, how they work, and why they matter
- The tools-REST, GraphQL, gRPC, WebSockets-when and why to use each
- The real work: Authentication, rate limiting, error handling, versioning
- The build: How to create APIs with FastAPI, Flask, Node.js, Spring Boot, and .NET
- The polish: OpenAPI specs, Swagger docs, mocking tools, Postman, Insomnia
- The future: Real-time APIs, AI-generated endpoints, and API-as-a-product thinking
- The extras: Case studies from Stripe, GitHub, Twilio, and more
Why does this book stand out?
Because it's not just technical-it's practical. Whether you're a beginner, intermediate dev, or senior engineer, you'll find real-world insights, hands-on tutorials, and battle-tested best practices to level up your API skills fast. Don't just learn to build an API. Learn to build a great one.
Get your copy today and start creating the APIs that power tomorrow's digital world.
