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# [Understanding APIs: A Comprehensive Overview](https://esamueljsx.hashnode.dev/understanding-apis-a-comprehensive-overview?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

APIs work by sending and receiving requests. A client application, such as a mobile app or website, sends a request to an API server. The API server...

Apr 3, 2024 · 3 min read · esamueljsx.hashnode.dev  
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