APIBackendArchitecture

RESTful API Design Principles

February 15, 2024
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Good API design is crucial for building maintainable applications. This guide covers resource naming, HTTP methods, status codes, versioning, and documentation best practices.

Resource Naming

Use nouns for resources, not verbs. Keep URLs simple and intuitive.

HTTP Methods

Use appropriate HTTP methods: GET for retrieval, POST for creation, PUT/PATCH for updates, DELETE for removal.

Status Codes

Return meaningful HTTP status codes that accurately reflect the operation result.

Versioning

Plan for API evolution with proper versioning strategies.

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