The latest articles on DEV Community by John Carter (@john_carter_6172e5e1ecd9d). https://dev.to/john_carter_6172e5e1ecd9d https://media2.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=90,height=90,fit=cover,gravity=auto,format=auto/https:%2F%2Fdev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fuploads%2Fuser%2Fprofile_image%2F3869358%2Fb0119182-661e-48e4-ba35-a2e40aba2f3c.png https://dev.to/john_carter_6172e5e1ecd9d en John Carter Thu, 09 Apr 2026 08:35:48 +0000 https://dev.to/john_carter_6172e5e1ecd9d/getting-started-with-api-documentation-tools-in-modern-development-workflows-4b4b https://dev.to/john_carter_6172e5e1ecd9d/getting-started-with-api-documentation-tools-in-modern-development-workflows-4b4b <p>Hi everyone 👋</p> <p>I’m currently exploring different tools and approaches for API documentation and testing, especially in modern development workflows involving microservices and external integrations.</p> <p>As a beginner/intermediate developer, I’ve noticed that API documentation is often:</p> <p>outdated quickly<br> disconnected from actual testing<br> hard to maintain across teams</p> <p>So I’ve been trying to understand what real-world teams use to solve this problem.</p> <p>Some common approaches I’ve seen so far:</p> <p>OpenAPI / Swagger-based documentation<br> Separate tools for testing and documentation<br> Integrated platforms that try to combine both workflows</p> <p>One tool I came across during my research is Apidog, which combines API design, testing, and documentation in a single workflow. It looks interesting for keeping everything in sync, especially for small teams.</p> <p>I’m still learning though, so I’d love to hear from more experienced developers:</p> <p>👉 What do you use for API documentation in your projects?<br> 👉 How do you make sure your docs stay updated as your API evolves?<br> 👉 Any tools or workflows you would recommend for someone starting out?</p> <p>Thanks in advance for sharing your experience</p> ai automation documentation