API Fundamentals for Practitioners

Gain the confidence you need to better understand what web-based APIs are, the business value of APIs, and the technical details of how they work - including details of the HTTP protocol. This course serves as a foundation for anyone consuming and/or designing and delivering APIs, including software engineers, architects, app developers, technical writers, and technical product managers. By the end of this course, you will have gained an understanding of API fundamentals, the business of APIs, gain a deeper understanding of HTTP, compose JSON objects, examine the principles of REST APIs, and apply HTTP, JSON, and REST principles to successfully interact with a live API. Format: 4-6 hours, self-paced course Includes a mixture of short lectures, step-by-step walkthroughs, and hands-on exercises to apply what you have learned. You will be required to consume HTTP-based APIs using the API client tool of your choice. Must complete all quizzes with a grade of 80% or better to earn a completion credit. No coding is required for this course. As you master each unit, you will receive a skill badge to share on your social media profiles. Upon completion, you will receive a course completion certificate and a course completion badge to share on your social media profiles. Price: $99 Bronze, Gold and Platinum members: use your coupon for discount. You can access your code under your profile.