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# [What is an API?](https://how-to.dev/what-is-an-api?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

If you are new to tech, you might be confused by a term that you’ll see all over the place: API. Let’s take a look at what it means, some examples, and how you can use it. Definition API is the abbreviation for application programming interface. Thos...

Jul 26, 2023 · 5 min read · how-to.dev  
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