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Building an API Product
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Building an API Product

by Bruno Pedro
January 2024
Beginner to intermediate
278 pages
8h 49m
English
Packt Publishing

Overview

This book is a comprehensive guide to mastering the art of API product development. Readers will explore everything from defining a strategy to releasing, monitoring, and supporting an API product. By the end, you'll have the tools to create powerful, user-oriented APIs.

What this Book will help me do

  • Understand the complete lifecycle of APIs, from design to maintenance.
  • Gain expertise in defining API strategies catered to business goals and user needs.
  • Master techniques for API testing, security, and quality assurance.
  • Learn how to analyze API usage data to optimize product performance.
  • Create and manage API documentation, supporting user adoption and satisfaction.

Author(s)

Bruno Pedro, an experienced technology professional, has dedicated his career to the development and management of API products. With decades spent designing and implementing cutting-edge APIs, Bruno brings a wealth of practical expertise. His approachable style ensures you can successfully master API development.

Who is it for?

This book is specially tailored for product managers and software developers who are interested in mastering API product development. If you have a basic understanding of how the internet works and how users interact with digital products, this guide will elevate your skills toward expertise in building programmable APIs.

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Publisher Resources

ISBN: 9781837630448