What is an API and REST API? A Practical Guide for Developers
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But what exactly is an API, and how does it differ from a REST API? These terms are often used interchangeably, but there's an important distinction that every modern developer should understand.
In this post, you'll learn everything about the API and REST API domain—from core concepts and key differences to the fascinating history of how REST and JSON became the web's integration standard. We'll explore why REST APIs dominate today's development landscape, compare different backend service models, and finally show you how to build your own APIs in practice using Codehooks.io.