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Max Zhuk
Max Zhuk

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Data flow through services: Rest approach

Hi! Today I want to write a few words about Rest and about SOAP after that in another article. I have experience working with both of it in php, javascript and typescript, Node.js and Golang.

RESTful API is a popular approach to creating web APIs that provides a simple and effective way to access data over HTTP. It is based on the principles of REST (Representational State Transfer) architecture, which defines a set of rules for creating interfaces for systems to interact with each other.

The main principles of RESTful API are state and representation. The state refers to the data stored on the server, and the representation is the way it is presented to the client. RESTful API uses HTTP methods (GET, POST, PUT, DELETE, etc.) to access and manipulate resources.

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One of the main advantages of RESTful API is its simplicity and ease of use. It supports the standard set of HTTP methods, which are easy to understand and use. It also allows for the creation of API endpoints that can be easily shared and accessed by different clients. This makes RESTful API a versatile and flexible solution for accessing data over the web.

Another benefit of RESTful API is its scalability. It can easily handle large amounts of data and traffic, making it suitable for use in high-volume applications. It also supports a wide range of data formats, including XML and JSON, which makes it easy to integrate with different systems and technologies.

In conclusion, RESTful API is a popular and effective approach to creating web APIs. It offers simplicity, flexibility, and scalability, making it a good choice for accessing data over the web.


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