API First Design Training Course
API First Design is a methodology that prioritizes the needs of the target developer by first crafting an excellent API and then building software upon it. This approach emphasizes establishing a robust foundation for others to leverage.
This instructor-led, live training (available online or onsite) is designed for developers looking to improve the efficiency of API development while enhancing the quality, reliability, and reusability of their APIs.
Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:
- Structure and organize software projects around API-first design principles.
- Discuss and align on a shared vision for the API with other stakeholders.
- Evaluate and adopt the necessary tools to efficiently implement an API-first approach.
- Develop software concurrently with other team members.
- Reduce the costs associated with developing software applications.
Course Format
- Interactive lectures and discussions.
- Extensive exercises and practical application.
- Hands-on implementation in a live laboratory environment.
Customization Options
- To request customized training for this course, please contact us to make arrangements.
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
- Experience in web programming.
Audience
- Developers.
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