Books

API-first development is one of the hottest technical topics nowadays since many companies have started to realize that APIs serves as a multiplier to their opportunities — but it amplifies the design mistakes as well. This book is written to share expertise and describe best practices in designing and developing APIs. It comprises six sections dedicated to the following topics:— The API design— API patterns— Maintaining backward compatibility— HTTP APIs & the REST architectural principles— SDKs and UI libraries— API product management.

If you’re not thinking about versioning now, your API’s future could be at risk!

 Postman 11 revolutionizes API development with its enhanced scripting capabilities and real-time collaboration tools. The book seamlessly integrates these new features into the content to ensure you learn both the fundamentals of API development and the latest technology. The chapters are structured with a heavy focus on real-world applications. I believe that the most effective way to learn is through practical examples, exercises, and real-life situations. From initial API design to security protocol implementation and performance testing, this book will walk you through every step of the process, ensuring that your APIs are secure, scalable, and reliable. 

Your comprehensive guide to mastering Lumen microframework

This book provides a cookbook of guidelines on designing beautiful (simple to use) and practical (simple to implement) RESTful API.

Covering everything from the basics of secure communication and the HTTP/HTTPS protocols to more complex subjects like WebSockets interactions and custom protocol handling, the "Postman Cookbook" is designed to walk you through every aspect of API development.

Use Node.js and JavaScript to create a production-ready API

One of the most comprehensive no-fluff guides for Python software developers to help them write clean code every day. The book is packed with principles and patterns that help developers, from novices and juniors to seniors and experts, to write cleaner code.

"Mastering Postman" is the ultimate guide for anyone looking to streamline their API development process. Whether you're a seasoned developer or just starting, this book will take you through every step of the API lifecycle and equip you with the knowledge and tools to create better APIs faster.

Utiliza Node.js y JavaScript para crear una API lista para producción

“Happily purchased. Handy to have these in one place. Thank you!” — Kent Beck “Excellent new thinking on Domain-Driven Design. It's full of real practical experience in getting the most value from domain modelling. Just like the Eric Evans' DDD book, this gives more insight each time you read it.” — Ian Russell

A compilation of top best practices for improving the developer experience for an API-as-a-Product.

In an industry heading towards smaller and smaller microservices, why so many big APIs are still out there? When facing the sheer complication of a Web API landscape with thousands and thousands of operations, where do you start? Enjoy the overview.