API Development: A Practical Guide for Business Implementation Success

This book provides practical guidance on implementing application programming interface (API) usability, security, availability, reliability, and scalability to extend a company's market and potentially generate revenue. It introduces a common language for all business groups and covers topics such as API types, benefits, access control, error handling, documentation, management, and integration. It is designed for API developers, security experts, software architects, product owners, and business owners.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 178 pages
Publication date: 13 November 2018
Publisher: APress

Implementing application programming interface (API) usability, security, availability, reliability, and scalability is crucial for businesses looking to expand their market and generate revenue. Recognizing the need to foray into the digital realm and expose internal data to the Internet, organizations must navigate the complexities of API development. This book aims to bridge the gap between different business groups, including developers, security experts, architects, and product managers, by providing a common language and comprehensive overview of APIs.

Stakeholder needs vary, and departments often face challenges in discussing requirements due to differing fundamental understandings of the API process. This book seeks to address this issue by introducing a unified framework for all business groups to collaborate effectively.

Drawing from real-world enterprise customer questions, challenges, and business scenarios, the content of this book is grounded in practical insights. It offers valuable guidance on the business value of APIs, the general requirements to consider, and strategies for audience-based implementation. Readers will learn about the different types of APIs, their business and technical requirements, and the benefits they bring, such as business value, loose coupling, and frequent updates.

Security is a paramount concern in API development, and this book provides comprehensive coverage of protecting access to data through role-based access, attribute-based access, and rate limiting. It also delves into distinguishing between OAuth and OpenID Connect, explaining their respective mechanisms and their role in API authentication. API error handling is another critical aspect, and the book offers practical guidance on what should and should not be handled, including strategies for managing runtime, dynamic data, and static data.

Furthermore, this book emphasizes the importance of leveraging external APIs as part of an organization's API strategy. By integrating with external APIs, businesses can expand their offerings, enhance functionality, and tap into a wider range of resources.

In conclusion, implementing API usability, security, availability, reliability, and scalability is essential for businesses seeking to expand their market and generate revenue. This book provides a comprehensive guide that empowers stakeholders within an organization to make the journey successful, offering practical insights and strategies based on real-world experiences. By embracing APIs, businesses can unlock new opportunities and drive innovation in their industry.

Weight: 314g
Dimension: 158 x 227 x 12 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781484241394
Edition number: 1st ed.