This chapter complements Chapter 5, API-Led Architecture Patterns, by discussing in more detail the different modern API architectural styles, such as Representational State Transfer (REST), Graph Query Language (GraphQL), and Google Remote Procedure Calls (gRPC), that were briefly mentioned in the patterns illustrated. This chapter accomplishes this by first delivering a point of view on the application interface protocols and standards that have led to modern APIs. Next, the chapter will elaborate on their unique characteristics, their pros and cons, and when to (or not to) use each of them.
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Enterprise API Management
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Overview of this book
APIs are the cornerstone of modern, agile enterprise systems. They enable access to enterprise services from a wide variety of devices, act as a platform for innovation, and open completely new revenue streams.
Enterprise API Management shows how to define the right architecture, implement the right patterns, and define the right organization model for business-driven APIs.
Drawing on his experience of developing API and microservice strategies for some of the world's largest companies, Luis Weir explains how APIs deliver value across an enterprise. The book explores the architectural decisions, implementation patterns, and management practices for successful enterprise APIs, as well as providing clear, actionable advice on choosing and executing the right API strategy in your enterprise.
With a relentless focus on creating business value, Luis Weir reveals an effective method for planning, building, and running business products and services with APIs.
Table of Contents (9 chapters)
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The Business Value of APIs
The Evolution of API Platforms
Business-Led API Strategy
API-Led Architectures
API-Led Architecture Patterns
Modern API Architectural Styles
API Life Cycle
