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Practical Guide to Creating, Testing, and Managing APIs for Automated Software

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In today's fast-paced digital landscape, software automation is essential for businesses to stay competitive. APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) play a crucial role in enabling seamless communication between different software applications, automating tasks, and streamlining processes. This practical guide provides a comprehensive roadmap for creating, testing, and managing APIs to empower your software automation efforts.

API Testing and Development with Postman: A practical guide to creating, testing, and managing APIs for automated software testing

by Dave Westerveld

4.3 out of 5

Language	:	English
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Print length	:	340 pages

Chapter 1: Understanding APIs

* What are APIs and how do they work? * Different types of APIs (REST, SOAP, gRPC, etc.) * Benefits of using APIs for software automation

Chapter 2: Creating APIs

* Designing and planning an API * Choosing the right API design principles and patterns * Implementing APIs in various programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, Node.js) * Best practices for API security and data protection

Chapter 3: Testing APIs

* Importance of API testing * Different types of API tests (functional, performance, security) * Automated API testing tools and techniques * Setting up test environments and test frameworks

Chapter 4: Managing APIs

* API deployment and versioning * Monitoring API performance and usage * API documentation and communication * Troubleshooting API issues and errors

Chapter 5: Advanced Topics in API Development

* API design patterns (e.g., RESTful, HATEOAS) * API security best practices (e.g., OAuth, JWT) * Integration with microservices and cloud platforms * Emerging trends in API development

By following the practical guidance outlined in this book, you will gain a deep understanding of API development, testing, and management. This knowledge will empower you to create robust and efficient APIs that drive software automation, streamline your processes, and unlock new levels of productivity and efficiency.

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API Testing and Development with Postman: A practical guide to creating, testing, and managing APIs for automated software testing

by Dave Westerveld

4.3 out of 5