Overview
REST APIs are a way for different software applications to communicate over the internet. They use standard HTTP methods like GET, POST, PUT, and DELETE to perform operations on data. Understanding REST APIs is essential for backend development, as they allow developers to create services that can be accessed by various clients, such as web and mobile applications. This introduction will help you grasp the basics of how REST APIs work and their importance in modern software development.
📚 Key Learning Objectives
- ✓ Define what a REST API is and its key principles.
- ✓ Identify common HTTP methods used in REST APIs.
- ✓ Explain the role of REST APIs in backend development.
- ✓ Create a simple REST API using a popular framework.
- ✓ Test and troubleshoot a REST API using tools like Postman.
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