API First Design Training Course
API First Design entails prioritizing the needs of the intended developers by meticulously crafting a robust API before constructing software upon it. This methodology promotes establishing a solid foundation for others to leverage.
This instructor-led, live training (available online or onsite) targets developers aiming to boost the efficiency of API development while enhancing the quality, reliability, and reusability of the APIs.
Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:
- Plan and structure a software project around API First design principles.
- Discuss and align on a shared vision for the API with other stakeholders.
- Evaluate and implement the necessary tools to efficiently execute an API First approach.
- Develop software concurrently with other team members.
- Lower the costs associated with developing software applications.
Format of the Course
- Interactive lecture and discussion.
- Extensive exercises and practice.
- Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment.
Course Customization Options
- To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.
Course Outline
Introduction
Overview of API First Design
The Benefits of an API-First Approach
Brainstorming the Product and its Requirements
Identifying and Understanding the API Stakeholders
Setting up the Development Environment
Creating an API Contract
Creating an API Style Guide
Establishing Design Standards to Ensure API Governance
Automating Key Processes (Documentation, Validation, Mocking, Versioning, etc.)
Creating Additional APIs
Organizing and Managing an API Portfolio
Monitoring the APIs
Collaborating with Internal Developers
Troubleshooting
Summary and Conclusion
Requirements
- Web programming experience
Audience
- Developers
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