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Krunal Kanojiya
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All About Drag and Drop API Builders

A drag and drop API builder is a tool that allows users to create APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) by dragging and dropping pre-built resources, such as endpoints, authentication methods, and data models, into a visual interface. This can be a quick and easy way for developers to create APIs without having to write any code.

Some popular drag and drop API builders include:

1. Postman: A popular tool for testing and building APIs that includes a drag and drop feature for creating new APIs.

2. Stoplight: A platform for designing, documenting, and testing APIs that includes a visual editor for building APIs using drag and drop.

3. Apigee: A platform for building and managing APIs that includes a drag and drop interface for creating APIs and connecting them to various backend systems.

4. Mulesoft Anypoint: A platform for building and deploying APIs that includes a drag and drop interface for creating APIs and connecting them to various backend systems.

Using a drag and drop API builder can be a useful way to quickly prototype and build APIs, especially for developers who are new to API development or who want to quickly create an API without having to write a lot of code. However, it is important to keep in mind that drag and drop API builders may not provide as much flexibility or customization as building an API from scratch using code.

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