Choosing the Right Technology for Your API

Explore a comprehensive tutorial on selecting optimal API technologies for cloud-native applications. Dive into hands-on experiments with various API technologies, including gRPC, ProtocolBuffers, GraphQL, REST, Apache Thrift, Websockets, and SSE. Compare and contrast these technologies, understanding their strengths and applications within the cloud-native landscape. Gain practical experience building small services using different API solutions, and learn how to choose the most suitable technology for specific application components. Discover the diverse types of APIs, from internet-facing and partner APIs to internal service-to-service communication. Acquire a solid understanding of when and how to implement each API technology in the broader API ecosystem. While programming knowledge is required, the tutorial accommodates various programming languages, making it accessible to developers with different backgrounds.

Choosing the Right Technology for your API - Randy Abernethy, RX-M LLC