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API Integration - End to End Web Development

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API Integration - End to End Web Development

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

Recommended experience

1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Describe the key differences between SQL and NoSQL databases and their appropriate use cases.

  • Apply basic and advanced SQL queries to retrieve and manipulate data effectively.

  • Implement best practices for database security, including user management and data encryption.

  • Analyze and optimize database performance using indexing and query optimization techniques.

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Taught in English

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This course is part of the End-to-End Web Development: UI, Databases, APIs Specialization
When you enroll in this course, you'll also be enrolled in this Specialization.
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There are 3 modules in this course

Course Description

In an era where digital connectivity is paramount, API integration stands as a critical pillar for modern software development. This comprehensive course, "API Integration," guides learners through the process of designing, developing, and integrating APIs into web applications. Covering essential concepts such as RESTful and GraphQL APIs, authentication and authorization, real-time data handling with WebSockets, and advanced API techniques, this course empowers learners with the practical skills needed to build dynamic, data-driven applications. The course is structured into four in-depth modules, each offering a clear progression from foundational knowledge to advanced techniques. Learners will gain hands-on experience with tools like Swagger, Axios, and Fetch API while mastering industry best practices for API design, security, and performance optimization. By the end of this course, learners will be equipped to seamlessly integrate APIs into web applications, making them proficient in one of the most in-demand skills in software development. Target Learners This course is designed for a range of learners who aim to strengthen their skills in API design and integration. The target audience includes: - Aspiring Developers: Individuals with foundational programming knowledge who want to understand how APIs are designed, developed, and integrated into web applications. - Front-End Developers: Developers who want to enhance their ability to consume APIs, display dynamic data, and improve the user experience of their applications. - Back-End Developers: Those seeking to strengthen their understanding of API development, API gateways, and microservices architecture. - Software Engineers & Full-Stack Developers: Professionals aiming to master the end-to-end API integration process to create dynamic, real-time, and data-driven web applications. Learning Objectives By the end of this course, learners will be able to: - Design RESTful and GraphQL APIs by applying industry-standard principles and best practices. - Implement secure API authentication and authorization using methods like OAuth, API keys, and token-based authentication. - Integrate third-party APIs into web applications using tools like Fetch API, Axios, and WebSockets to enable real-time data flow. - Optimize API performance through caching strategies, load balancing, and continuous monitoring to ensure efficiency and scalability. With this course, learners will master the art of API integration, ensuring they stay ahead in a fast-evolving software development landscape. Enroll now to become an API integration expert! Note: This is the Course 3 of Specialisation series on End to End Web Development. Disclaimer: This is an independent educational resource created by Board Infinity for informational and educational purposes only. This course is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or officially associated with any company, organization, or certification body unless explicitly stated. The content provided is based on industry knowledge and best practices but does not constitute official training material for any specific employer or certification program. All company names, trademarks, service marks, and logos referenced are the property of their respective owners and are used solely for educational identification and comparison purposes.

In this module, learners will be introduced to the fundamental concepts of APIs, including what they are, the different types, and their use in web development. The lessons cover RESTful APIs in detail and introduce GraphQL as an alternative approach to designing modern APIs. Learners will also explore best practices for API documentation and version control.

What's included

10 videos3 readings4 assignments1 plugin

10 videosβ€’Total 71 minutes
  • What is an API?β€’4 minutes
  • Types of APIsβ€’4 minutes
  • RESTful API Basicsβ€’6 minutes
  • Designing RESTful APIsβ€’8 minutes
  • Implementing RESTful APIsβ€’10 minutes
  • API Documentation with Swaggerβ€’10 minutes
  • Versioning and Deprecating APIsβ€’9 minutes
  • What is GraphQL?β€’4 minutes
  • Benefits of GraphQLβ€’5 minutes
  • Building a Simple GraphQL APIβ€’11 minutes
3 readingsβ€’Total 90 minutes
  • Read More About Understanding APIsβ€’30 minutes
  • Read More About API Design and Developmentβ€’30 minutes
  • Read More About Introduction to GraphQLβ€’30 minutes
4 assignmentsβ€’Total 105 minutes
  • Graded Quiz: Introduction to APIsβ€’60 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Understanding APIsβ€’15 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: API Design and Developmentβ€’15 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Introduction to GraphQLβ€’15 minutes
1 pluginβ€’Total 5 minutes
  • Quick Course Check-Inβ€’5 minutes

This module focuses on consuming APIs within web applications, covering the processes of making requests, handling responses, and securing communications. Learners will explore various methods to authenticate API requests and understand common practices for error handling and debugging in API integration.

What's included

9 videos3 readings4 assignments

9 videosβ€’Total 51 minutes
  • Using Fetch APIβ€’7 minutes
  • Using Axios for API Requestsβ€’7 minutes
  • Handling API Responsesβ€’6 minutes
  • API Authentication Methodsβ€’5 minutes
  • OAuth and API Keysβ€’5 minutes
  • Securing API Requestsβ€’7 minutes
  • Common API Errorsβ€’5 minutes
  • Debugging API Requestsβ€’6 minutes
  • Best Practices for Error Handlingβ€’3 minutes
3 readingsβ€’Total 90 minutes
  • Read More About Making API Requestsβ€’30 minutes
  • Read More About Authentication and Authorizationβ€’30 minutes
  • Read More About Error Handling and Debuggingβ€’30 minutes
4 assignmentsβ€’Total 105 minutes
  • Graded Quiz: Consuming APIsβ€’60 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Making API Requestsβ€’15 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Authentication and Authorizationβ€’15 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Error Handling and Debuggingβ€’15 minutes

In this module, learners will dive deeper into integrating APIs in web applications, including fetching and displaying data, handling dynamic content, and working with real-time data using WebSockets. The lessons cover best practices for caching, monitoring, and optimizing API performance to ensure a seamless user experience.

What's included

3 videos1 reading2 assignments

3 videosβ€’Total 25 minutes
  • Displaying API Data in UIβ€’13 minutes
  • Handling Dynamic Dataβ€’7 minutes
  • Caching API Dataβ€’6 minutes
1 readingβ€’Total 30 minutes
  • Read More About Fetching Data from APIsβ€’30 minutes
2 assignmentsβ€’Total 45 minutes
  • Graded Quiz: Integrating APIs in Web Applicationsβ€’30 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Fetching Data from APIsβ€’15 minutes

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