How do I build an API?

Learn how to build both web and traditional application programming interfaces (APIs).

By Kevin Bowersox
May 18, 2017
Screen from "How do I build an API?" Screen from "How do I build an API?" (source: O'Reilly)

APIs can be used internally within an organization to build robust applications; or externally, for use by third party applications. Join software developer Kevin Bowersox, as he explains important considerations such as documentation and integrity when planning and building an API.

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