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# [Understanding the Differences Between REST API and RESTful API Using Python](https://barrettk.hashnode.dev/understanding-the-differences-between-rest-api-and-restful-api-using-python?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

As I’ve been learning Python and building out my own APIs, I’ve become interested in the differences between RESTful APIs vs. REST APIs. Generally speaking, REST (Representational State Transfer) and RESTful are terms that are often used interchangea...

Jan 25, 2024 · 4 min read · barrettk.hashnode.dev  
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