API (Application Programming Interface)
Data & Infrastructure
Interface allowing software components to communicate
What is API (Application Programming Interface)?
Set of rules and protocols for building and interacting with software. Like a waiter between customer and kitchen.
Real-World Examples
- •Weather API providing current conditions
- •Payment API (Stripe)
- •Google Maps API
- •REST API
When to Use This
For connecting systems, accessing external data, or exposing services
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