The Art of API Design

A talk given by David Biesack from Apiture at the 2024 Austin API Summit in Austin, Texas.
API Design is truly an art. While ChatGPT can spit out seemingly detailed APIs, there is still much to be said for well-crafted, consistent APIs designed by organic intelligence, in a broader context, with the consumer and Developer Experience in mind.
A good (or dare we dream, great) Developer Experience (DX) is an important aspect of API design and the success of your API program. Attendees will grok the interplay of API design, patterns, and language constraints and limitations. See how and why artful API Design Matters to DX and “good” API outcomes, and why fluency in the myriad languages of APIs matters. Learn how choosing guiding principles can shape all your APIs for success. Learn how to stay relevant as an API designer when the API generating robots are breathing down your neck.
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