Tag: API design
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API Contracts
An API contract defines the structure, behavior, and expectations of an Application Programming Interface (API). It is a formal agreement between the API provider and its consumers, describing the endpoints, methods, data structures, and expected responses. By providing a clear blueprint, API contracts ensure consistency, reliability, and seamless communication between systems, making them essential in…
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Restful API Structure
RESTful APIs (Representational State Transfer APIs) are a cornerstone of modern web architecture, enabling communication between client and server systems using HTTP. A RESTful API adheres to the principles of REST, a stateless, resource-oriented architectural style. In this article, we delve into the advanced intricacies of RESTful API structures, covering resource organization, endpoints, HTTP methods,…
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LLD (Low Level Design)
Low-Level Design (LLD) is a crucial phase in the software development lifecycle where the system’s components and interactions are designed in detail. LLD focuses on the implementation of the design from a developer’s perspective, detailing class structures, databases, APIs, and algorithms. It is more granular than High-Level Design (HLD) and is critical for developers to…