REST APIs
(REST APIs)
Definition
REST APIs (REST APIs) Soft Skill
REST APIs (Representational State Transfer Application Programming Interfaces) are a set of web service endpoints that allow communication between client and server over HTTP using stateless operations to create, read, update, or delete resources.
Expertise Level
Level 1
Basic
1. Understands the basic concepts of REST architecture and HTTP methods.
2. Can make simple GET and POST requests to consume APIs.
3. Familiar with endpoints, resources, and JSON data format.
Level 2
Intermediate
1. Can design and implement RESTful APIs with proper HTTP verbs (GET, POST, PUT, DELETE).
2. Understands statelessness and status codes for communication.
3. Able to handle authentication and error handling in API requests.
Level 3
Advanced
1. Expertise in optimizing REST API design for scalability and performance.
2. Implements advanced features such as rate limiting, caching, and versioning.
3. Can integrate REST APIs with complex backend systems and ensure robust security.
