Tag: apis
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A Developer’s Guide to API Mocking: Benefits, Tools, and Tips
APIs are most commonly and widely used in modern applications. To build the complete application frontend, backend, and databases are required, and to make proper communication, the APIs are required. But what happens when the backend isn’t ready or third-party APIs are unstable?. This is the point at which the use of API mocking comes…
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Software Quality Assurance Services: A Complete Guide
In today’s fast-paced digital environment, software quality assurance services are no longer a choice in the development process; they are a requirement. SQA is not simply about identifying bugs; it is about preventing defects before they occur and making sure that software consistently delivers a great user experience. This blog will examine what Software Quality…
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OpenAPI vs Swagger Schema: What’s the Difference?
Ever been confused about OpenAPI and Swagger? You’re definitely not alone. I were on the same line. These two terms get thrown around a lot in the API world, and honestly, it’s pretty easy to mix them up. It was driving me crazy! In this blog, we are going to talk about what is OpenAPI…
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Understanding and Using gRPC Error Codes: A Comprehensive Guide
Has your gRPC service thrown a RESOURCE_EXHAUSTED error right when your boss was explaining to the investors? As we know, one minute everything is working perfectly and the next minute I am frantically trying to decode what feels like a disaster while everyone stares at a blank screen. Here is what I have learn. gRPC…
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SDK vs API: Simple Guide for Developers
APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) and SDKs (Software Development Kits) are vital components of modern software development. APIs enable applications to communicate and exchange data, while SDKs typically provide a comprehensive toolchain, libraries, and documentation to build features as robust as possible, or even an entire application. This guide will go over the differences, examples, and…
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What Is API Testing? Exploring Core of Reliable Software
In an increasingly connected digital ecosystem, with applications allowing for smooth communication across platforms and services, it is important to understand what is API testing in order to maintain the delivery of reliable software solutions. API testing is foundational to modern software assurance, effectively auditing the invisible bridges lending themselves to data us and functionality…
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Monitor API Calls in Chrome and Validate Flask APIs
You have probably seen pages where fresh information loads in without a page reload, or some forms that submit without an apparent refresh. What is happening here is that API calls are being made to send and receive information in background. API calls generate seamless and responsive application experiences. In this introductory tutorial, you will…
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AI Test Generator for APIs: How It Works and Why It Matters
API testing has never been more important, nor more challenging, than in the fast changing software landscape we find ourselves in today. Between microservices, third-party integrations, and fast paced deployments, it can feel daunting to maintain adequate test coverage. Enter the AI Test Generator! Automated test case generation for APIs will ensure quality without losing…
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Understanding gRPC: A Complete Guide for Modern Developers
I was reading about the gRPC recently and was wondering what all this about? Believe me, I was in the same boat not too long ago. I didn’t even know what exactly gRPC means before this. If you’re curious about how to inspect gRPC traffic, check out this guide on capturing gRPC traffic going out…
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How to Use Python Code for Pulling API Data Efficiently
Do you ever feel like you need a superpower to get the information you need? Especially when you’re really into Python? APIs are pretty much that superpower! APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) let your code "talk" to other systems and get exactly what you need. They can help you come up with a new app, find…