The Web API Handbook: A Modern Guide to Designing, Building, and Securing REST APIs

Description: The Modern Developer's Blueprint The difference between a great app and a struggling one often comes down to its API. As a backend developer, you know the importance of a clean REST API design , but you're unsure how to implement it correctly. You're struggling with security, performance bottlenecks, and the fear that your code will break with the next unannounced update. You need a reliable API development guide that tackles every challenge from design to deployment. This is where The Web API Handbook ... Read More

Description: The Modern Developer's Blueprint The difference between a great app and a struggling one often comes down to its API. As a backend developer, you know the importance of a clean REST API design , but you're unsure how to implement it correctly. You're struggling with security, performance bottlenecks, and the fear that your code will break with the next unannounced update. You need a reliable API development guide that tackles every challenge from design to deployment. This is where The Web API Handbook comes in. As the ultimate backend developer handbook , it's your all-in-one resource for mastering the full API lifecycle. We've compiled the latest best practices, expert insights, and hands-on tutorials into a single, cohesive blueprint for building modern APIs that stand the test of time. Holistic Approach: Master REST API design from the ground up, and understand the core differences in a modern GraphQL vs REST comparison. Secure Your API: Get practical guidance on API security for developers , including authentication with JWT and defenses against common attacks. Ship with Confidence: Learn how to create a robust API testing guide and set up automated API deployment workflows with Docker and CI/CD pipelines. Solve Real-World Problems: Tackle common pitfalls with dedicated troubleshooting sections and practical case studies in every chapter. Equip yourself with the skills to build a world-class API. Order your copy today. Read Less