API Design: Building Robust Backend Services

A well-designed API is fundamental to successful software systems. Here's how to design great APIs.

RESTful Principles

Follow REST architectural principles for scalable APIs.

Documentation

Create comprehensive documentation that developers actually use.

Versioning Strategy

Plan for API evolution and version management.

Error Handling

Implement consistent and informative error responses.

Security Considerations

Protect your API with proper authentication and authorization.