AMAdrian Machadoinzuplo.hashnode.dev·Sep 4, 2025 · 14 min readImplementing Idempotency Keys in REST APIsIdempotency keys ensure your REST APIs handle duplicate requests safely and predictably. This prevents issues like double charges, duplicate accounts, or inconsistent data caused by retries or network failures. Here’s what you need to know: What are...00
AMAdrian Machadoinzuplo.hashnode.dev·Sep 4, 2025 · 13 min readOptimizing REST APIs with Conditional Requests and ETagsWant faster APIs and less wasted bandwidth? Conditional requests and ETags can make that happen. These tools ensure your REST API only sends updated data when needed, cutting down on unnecessary transfers and improving speed. Key Takeaways Condition...00
AMAdrian Machadoinzuplo.hashnode.dev·Sep 4, 2025 · 15 min readAPI discoverability: Why its important + the risk of Shadow and Zombie APIsAPIs are the backbone of modern digital systems, but managing them effectively is a challenge. Here’s the key takeaway: hidden or unmanaged APIs - like shadow and zombie APIs - pose serious security risks and hinder productivity. Without proper disco...00
AMAdrian Machadoinzuplo.hashnode.dev·Sep 4, 2025 · 19 min readTroubleshooting Broken Function Level AuthorizationAPIs are under attack, and Broken Function Level Authorization (BFLA) is a major culprit. BFLA happens when APIs fail to enforce proper permission checks, letting users access restricted functions. It ranks #5 on the OWASP API Top 10 (2023) and has l...00
AMAdrian Machadoinzuplo.hashnode.dev·Sep 4, 2025 · 15 min readTroubleshooting Broken Object Level AuthorizationBroken Object Level Authorization (BOLA) is the top API security risk according to OWASP. It happens when APIs fail to verify if users are authorized to access specific data objects, even if they are authenticated. This vulnerability can lead to data...00
