Here’s a look at how we scored and our key takeaways from the report We're thrilled to be recognized as a Leader in The Forrester WaveTM: API Management Software, Q3 2024! We believe this recognition validates our commitment to empowering businesses with the tools they need to unlock the full potential of their APIs.

Modern applications store a lot of data, yet databases continue to be the primary source of data that these applications need to function. This is where database APIs come in, making it easier for applications and services to retrieve and manipulate data. A database API’s biggest advantage is that it eliminates database operations’ dependence on proprietary methods and provides a unified interface, streamlining data operations. Here’s everything you need to know about database APIs.

An API allows communication between different systems, and like any other software, it requires clear instructions so developers can use them effectively. Clear and comprehensive API documentation helps developers understand how to use APIs in their applications. API documentation tools simplify creating detailed reference docs, tutorials, and API documentation. These tools assist in documenting REST, SOAP, or GraphQL APIs effectively. They produce comprehensive API docs that support developers.

In this article, we'll talk about our experience implementing a design system at Kong. We'll go over the reasons why we decided we needed one in the first place, where we started, and how we got to where we are today. We'll also cover the technology we used and how it has transformed software development at Kong. Whether you have plenty of experience with design systems or are looking to get started with one, we hope you will find this article helpful and informative.

We're excited to unveil the first of many AI-driven features for the Ballerina Copilot platform. With the introduction of the Ballerina AI Data Mapper, we are bringing a new level of smart and seamless integration capabilities powered by cutting-edge artificial intelligence technology.

Building APIs is a fact of life for most modern developers. When we aren’t building them, we integrate them within our applications. Regardless of how you look at it, modern businesses are built on top of the foundation that APIs have built. They’re the bridges that allow different software systems to talk, share data, and work together seamlessly. But with great power comes great responsibility.

API testing is a vital part of the development lifecycle. In this comparison piece, you’ll compare Speedscale and Smartbear ReadyAPI and show where they stand in terms of API testing.

Feedback loops are key to what we do as developers. They inform us and allow us to learn from our users’ past and present behaviors. This means we can work toward proactive development based on our reactive past. Proactive Programming vs. Reactive Programming Proactive programming pushes the concept of isolating variables that might be easy to mitigate. The idea is to eliminate problems before they become problems.