Building Scalable and Efficient Applications with REST API and Python Requests
What you will learn
What is a REST API
How REST APIs are used
Why REST APIs are useful
How REST works with HTTP
REST Request and Response components
Status messages
Best practices
How to create, read, update, and delete data
Where to find REST APIs
How to use Python Requests with hands-on coding exercises
Description
Based on the popular book “Learn REST APIs” by Tony Gaitatzis
REST NOW! is your comprehensive guide to understanding and harnessing the power of REST APIs in modern application development. Whether you’re a seasoned developer looking to enhance your skills or a newcomer eager to dive into the world of web APIs, this course provides a thorough exploration of the fundamentals and best practices of REST architecture.
Through clear explanations and practical examples, you’ll learn the core concepts behind REST APIs, including their definition, purpose, and the advantages they offer in building scalable and efficient applications. From understanding how REST works in conjunction with HTTP to dissecting the anatomy of a REST request and response, each lecture equips you with essential knowledge to navigate the intricacies of RESTful design.
Explore topics such as status messages, common pitfalls, and industry best practices, empowering you to develop robust and reliable APIs that meet the demands of modern web development. Dive into the key techniques for creating, reading, updating, and deleting data using REST endpoints, and gain insights into where to find existing REST APIs to leverage in your projects.
Whether you’re developing web applications, mobile apps, or integrating services across different platforms, REST NOW! provides the foundation and guidance you need to unlock the full potential of RESTful architecture and take your projects to the next level. With this course as your companion, you’ll build a solid understanding of REST principles and emerge ready to design, implement, and optimize RESTful APIs with confidence and proficiency.
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