6 Easy Tips to Design an AWESOME REST API

Learn 6 essential tips for designing a great REST API that even big companies often overlook. From following standards and maintaining consistency to writing clear documentation and simplifying integration, this video covers everything you need to create user-friendly and efficient APIs. Don't miss out on the key strategies for improving your API design!

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🔖 Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:47 Tip #1: Follow the standards
4:09 Tip #2: Be consistent
5:59 Tip #3: Keep things simple
8:35 Tip #4: Write clear documentation
10:41 Tip #5: Make sure your API is easy to navigate
12:55 Tip #6: Make integration easy
20:57 BONUS tips
22:19 Mea culpa
23:01 Outro

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