API design and development tools
There are API design and development tools for almost any scenario you can imagine. Unfortunately, it's not always easy to pick the right combination of tools to meet your needs. Our experts explore available cataloging, model enforcement, code generation and API testing tools, as well as how to choose the right sets of tools for your goals.
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Components of an effective API management strategy
We're using more APIs than ever before, and you need one central location to monitor their security, application connections, and traffic. Open this guide to see what makes an effective API management strategy.
API design and development tools Get Started
Bring yourself up to speed with our introductory content
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Think carefully about API language standards
API language standards were few and far between in the past, but now cloud has made API standardization more important than ever. Learn what you need to know about these standards. Continue Reading
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Microservices development presents integration, deployment challenges
New development technologies and styles like microservices come with a fair share of integration concerns. See how software pros handle them. Continue Reading
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Websphere MQ
Websphere MQ, formerly known as MQ (message queue) series, is an IBM standard for program-to-program messaging across multiple platforms. Continue Reading
Evaluate API design and development tools Vendors & Products
Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.
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API gateway comparison: Kong vs. Tyk
API gateways help organizations smooth out interactions among microservices. This side-by-side rundown of Kong vs. Tyk will help you choose which tool fits your business' needs. Continue Reading
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When GraphQL wins in a GraphQL vs. REST performance comparison
Delve into the fundamental benefits and intricate features of GraphQL, and see just why it can serve as a much better alternative to REST in many scenarios. Continue Reading
Problem Solve API design and development tools Issues
We’ve gathered up expert advice and tips from professionals like you so that the answers you need are always available.
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Can API mapping fix data integration problems?
The more distributed and complex a modern application is, the more likely an API mapping tool should join the developers' arsenal for efficient design and troubleshooting. Continue Reading