What is a REST API?
Definition
Representational State Transfer API - web service architecture using HTTP methods (GET, POST, PUT, DELETE) for data operations. REST APIs are stateless, cacheable, and widely supported enabling programmatic access to software functionality and data."
Why This Matters
REST APIs provide industry-standard programmatic access. Well-documented REST APIs enable custom integrations and automation. Documentation quality and rate limits significantly impact integration feasibility.
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API Integration
Software Features & Capabilities
Connecting software to other applications through Application Programming Interfaces for data exchange, workflow triggers, and functionality extension.
Integration Capabilities
Software Features & Capabilities
The ability of software to connect with existing systems through APIs, webhooks, native integrations, or third-party platforms like Zapier.
Webhooks
Software Features & Capabilities
Automated messages sent from apps when specific events occur enabling real-time data sync and workflow triggers.
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