Chapter 2: Setting Up API Endpoints
In the previous chapter, we learned how to build our first Gin web application. In this one, we're going to build a complete RESTful API from scratch. Along the way, we will explore HTTP methods and advanced routing features. We'll also cover how to write the OpenAPI Specification and how to generate API documentation.
In this chapter, we will cover the following topics:
- Exploring API functionality
- Implementing HTTP routes
- Writing the OpenAPI Specification
By the end of this chapter, you'll be familiar with the routing mechanisms of Gin, HTTP methods, and data validation.
Technical requirements
To follow along with this chapter, you'll need the following:
- A laptop (Windows, Linux, or macOS) with Golang ...
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