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Understanding the Connection Between Databases and APIs

Spencer Nguyen - December 5, 2023 Worldwide government IT spending is forecast to total $589.8 billion in 2023, an increase of 7.6% from 2022, according to Gartner, Inc. As technology integration becomes more prevalent in society, the government, organizations, and businesses must begin the process of digital transformation. When it comes to successful digital transformations, APIs and databases are at the core.

Top 10 API Integration Platforms

Jeremy H - December 5, 2023 In today’s highly connected digital world, businesses need to integrate with various applications and services to streamline operations and improve customer experience. Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) play a vital role in enabling this integration by allowing different software systems to communicate and share data. API integration platforms are the key to maximizing the potential of your APIs.

API Generation for Data Mesh: Accelerate Your Data Mesh Strategy

Data mesh, it’s one of the hottest data science topics among software engineering teams, data scientists, and anyone interested in building a more effective data infrastructure. This concept is a relatively new model for data management, helping large enterprises scale their data footprint to accelerate digital transformation. Many industries, like retail and banking, see how crucial data is, yet few have mastered ways to harness it. API generation for data mesh is one of the ways you can start.

Automatic APIs With PostgREST for PostgreSQL

Kevin McGahey - November 28, 2023 Storing information in a relational database and sharing it via a RESTful API is a very common scenario these days. Depending on your RDBMS (relational database management system), this may take a lot of development effort. One solution that attempts to simplify the process is the PostgREST web server add-on for PostgreSQL.

11 API Trends to Watch for in 2024

As the world undergoes a digital transformation, APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) are becoming increasingly important. An API is a set of rules allowing the software to communicate with others. In other words, APIs act as a bridge between different applications. As a business owner, staying up-to-date on the latest API trends is essential. This article will discuss 11 important API initiatives for the upcoming year.

API Generation vs. ELT/ETL | Key Differences

Organizations often grapple with the choice between two distinct but equally vital technologies: API generation and ELT (Extract, Load, Transform) solutions. While both serve as essential tools, they stand at opposite ends of the data management spectrum. API generation focuses on facilitating real-time data access and dynamic communication between software applications, whereas ELT specializes in the consolidation, transformation, and preparation of data for analytics.

The 8 Best API Documentation Examples for 2024

Your API documentation is just as important as your API. It defines how easy it is for users to learn, understand, and use your open-source or paid-for product. In this post, DreamFactory highlights eight of the best API documentation examples from well-known tools. You can use these examples for inspiration when creating your API docs. Here are the key takeaways to know about each of these API documentation examples.

Private vs. Internal APIs: Similarities and Differences

Private APIs vs. internal APIs – at first glance, they might seem synonymous, given their non-public nature. However, delving deeper reveals unique characteristics and purposes for each. As with any technical concept, a clear understanding is key to harnessing its full potential. To help navigate this intricate landscape, this article aims to demystify these terms, shedding light on their similarities and, more importantly, their differences.

What is API Led Connectivity | Understanding API-Led Connectivity

APIs (application programming interfaces) are increasingly acting as the “missing link” to help organizations integrate all their systems, applications, and databases. So how can you take advantage of API integrations for yourself? The answer is API-led connectivity. API-led connectivity is a systematic approach that uses APIs to seamlessly integrate diverse technologies within an organization, enabling efficient data and application access while fostering agility and innovation.

Understanding Dreamfactory's Docker and Kubernetes Pricing Model

We’re excited to unveil our brand-new Docker and Kubernetes offerings, specifically tailored to give you more flexibility, scalability, and options to manage and deploy your software. As always, transparency is a cornerstone of our relationship with our customers. To ensure clarity, we’ve put together this guide to help you understand our pricing structure for these offerings.