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A Beginner's approach to understanding APIs

Introduction Starting on Programming journey, we have all at on point in time or another heard Software guys play around with the word "API".We might have checked it out using a Dictionary at one point. Let's discuss about what APIs stands for and w...

Nov 16, 2020·4 min read·techiegist.hashnode.devRead the article

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Etiene James

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A Developer keen at sharing knowledge and helps in building amazing stuffs.

I am a Software Engineer, Tech Writer based in Lagos, Nigeria. I am passionate about solving problems, sharing knowledge gained during my Tech journey, and excited in meeting people.

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AbdulSamad Ayoade

Nov 17, 2020

As a new and junior front end developer, I've always wondered how the front end and back end communicate.

I've heard about API before but haven't read anything about it. Am glad I came across your post, it really helped me understand what an API is. Most especially the example you used.

Etiene James

May 16, 2021

Thanks for your feedback. I'm happy to be of help to you and others who found this a great read. I'm encouraged to do more.