Understanding REST APIs: A Beginner's Guide

APIs are the backbone of modern web development—they make applications more interactive and powerful! In this article, let's break down what REST APIs are and how you can start using them in your projects.

What is a REST API?

A REST API (Representational State Transfer Application Programming Interface) lets different software systems communicate over the internet using HTTP requests. They’re widely used to enable client-server communication.

Key HTTP Methods

• GET – Retrieve data
• POST – Create new data
• PUT/PATCH – Update existing data
• DELETE – Remove data

Example: Fetching Data with JavaScript

Here's a simple way to get data from a REST API: