In the early days of web application development, monolithic frontends and backends were perfectly fine. But the emergence of the cloud has changed expectations. Developers want to build applications that exchange information with APIs (Application Programming Interfaces). Business owners want faster development times. End users expect zero downtime. This new paradigm enabled the rise of service-oriented architecture (SOA) and, along with it, microservices and web services.

Do you have a DB2 database that needs a REST API? Now you can connect to your IBM DB2 with DreamFactory in just a few minutes. In this short blog post I’ll explain how you can connect to DB2 with DreamFactory’s auto-generated REST API for DB2.

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our brand-new DreamFactory API Tools Chrome Extension, designed to make API development faster and more efficient than ever before. This powerful tool brings all your favorite API testing capabilities right to your browser, allowing you to easily generate cURL commands, manage HTTP headers, and test endpoints on the fly. Whether you're working with REST APIs or handling JSON payloads, our extension streamlines your workflow, saving you time and effort.

With the relative newness of the iPaaS (Integration Platform as a Service) vertical, no single platform has emerged as the de facto choice for enterprises. This can present a challenge if you’re trying to choose among the large pool of solutions available – especially when certain solutions labeled “iPaaS” serve very different use-cases. To help you sort through the rich sea of available products, this guide starts by organizing the market into four categories.

Digital transformation is accelerating rapidly, yet many businesses are still wondering how to proceed. For most, it will require a shift in thinking and operational activities. Succeeding in this transformation will require you to make critical choices surrounding more efficient workflows, data security, and profitability. One of the four pillars of digital transformation is IT uplift, which focuses on improving the IT infrastructure.

Legacy applications pose multiple problems for data-driven organizations like yours. Outdated software might no longer receive support and maintenance from its vendor or might not integrate with modern technologies like cloud computing. Still, these applications are essential for day-to-day business tasks, and replacing them could impede productivity and profitability.

We’re happy to announce that we’re consolidating all of our documentation into one easy to use site! Yep, we’re sunsetting the wiki and guide, and we’re moving it all to Docs.dreamfactory.com. This new site will be the go-to site for all technical documentation for DreamFactory.

An API ecosystem refers to the interconnected network of applications, services, and APIs that collaborate to enable data exchange, functionality, and interactions between various software components. An API connects all the software developments so they can work together. Developers can connect apps that don’t normally work together, allowing for combined strengths and opportunities to close gaps in product capabilities.

API generation, as implemented by DreamFactory, allows for direct, real-time access to data stored in Snowflake, while Reverse ETL typically involves moving data from the warehouse to operational systems in batches. Here are some specific examples and use cases for each approach.

Containerized microservices are essential to cloud migration and digital transformation plans. Do you have a clear picture of what containerized microservices are and why they’re important? In this guide, you'll learn about containers, microservices, and how they work together. First up is a bit of history that explains how the need for containers came to be. Here's the key things to know about containerized microservices.