10 Questions
What is an API?
A software interface that facilitates communication between applications
What is one of the main benefits of using APIs?
They improve productivity by allowing developers to use existing functions
Which of the following is NOT a type of API mentioned in the text?
Graphical User Interface API (GUI API)
What is the purpose of an API?
To facilitate communication between applications
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a benefit of using APIs?
Increased security for applications
What layer of the technology stack do APIs belong to?
Application layer
Which of the following programming languages and frameworks are mentioned in the text?
Java (Spring, Spring Boot), Node.js (Express.js, Koa), Python (Django, Flask), PHP (Laravel, Symfony), .Net Framework
What is the purpose of a contract of services offered by an API?
To define the data formats and protocols used for communication
Which of the following technologies is NOT mentioned in the text?
Microservices Architecture
What is the main purpose of using a framework like Spring, Express.js, Django, or Laravel?
To provide a structured and reusable approach to web application development
Learn about how APIs abstract away the complexities of application integrations, serving as a contract for services offered. Explore examples such as RPC, CORBA, SOAP, and REST, with a focus on legacy technologies.
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