What is a REST API?

A REST API, or Representational State Transfer Application Programming Interface, is a set of guidelines and protocols for building and interacting with web services. It is a commonly used architectural style for developing scalable and stateless applications on the web. The core principle behind REST is to treat resources (e.g., data entities) as unique URLs and use the HTTP protocol to perform various operations on these resources, such as retrieving, creating, updating, or deleting them. REST APIs adhere to a client-server model, where clients send HTTP requests to servers, which then respond with the requested data. This approach ensures simplicity, scalability, and interoperability, making REST APIs widely adopted for building modern web applications.

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