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      Packt

      AWS, JavaScript, React - Deploy Web Apps on the Cloud

      Skills you'll gain: AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Linux Administration, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Amazon Web Services, Linux Servers, Cloud Hosting, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Management, React.js, Full-Stack Web Development, Linux, Scalability, Javascript, Application Development, User Interface (UI), Web Development, Restful API

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Packt

      Selenium Integration with CI/CD & Advanced Testing

      Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), Selenium (Software), Version Control, GitHub, Jenkins, Continuous Integration, CI/CD, Test Automation, Browser Compatibility, Software Testing, Test Data, Java, SQL, MySQL

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • P

      Packt

      Make Apps with ChatGPT and Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, Generative AI, Serverless Computing, Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Prompt Engineering, OpenAI, Application Development, Microsoft Power Platform, Business Process Automation, Microsoft Azure, Large Language Modeling, Application Programming Interface (API), Microsoft Outlook

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Meta

      Trabajar con datos en iOS

      Skills you'll gain: Restful API, Core Data (Software), Apple iOS, Swift Programming, Application Programming Interface (API), Mobile Development, JSON, Databases, Data Management, Data Modeling, Authentications, User Interface (UI)

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • S

      Scrimba

      What's new in React 19?

      Skills you'll gain: React.js, Performance Tuning, Web Development Tools, Front-End Web Development, TypeScript, Ajax, JavaScript Frameworks, Application Performance Management, UI Components, User Interface (UI)

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • G

      Google Cloud

      Developing Applications with Google Cloud en Français

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Applications, Cloud Development, Cloud-Native Computing, Serverless Computing, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cloud Storage, Google Cloud Platform, Application Deployment, Cloud API, Microservices, API Gateway, Application Development, Authentications, Cloud Services, Application Programming Interface (API), Identity and Access Management, Software Development Tools, Continuous Deployment, Data Storage, Kubernetes

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • M

      Meta

      مقدمة إلى تطوير تطبيقات الهاتف المحمول لنظام iOS

      Skills you'll gain: iOS Development, Apple iOS, Mobile Development, Apple Xcode, Swift Programming, User Interface (UI), Objective-C (Programming Language), Application Programming Interface (API), Application Development, UI Components, Development Environment

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • G

      Google Cloud

      Google Workspace Security 日本語版

      Skills you'll gain: Single Sign-On (SSO), Lightweight Directory Access Protocols, Google Workspace, Multi-Factor Authentication, Cloud Security, Security Controls, Application Security, Security Management, Identity and Access Management, Authentications, Application Programming Interface (API)

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • S

      Scrimba

      Advanced JavaScript 2: Async JS, APIs, Operators, Objects

      Skills you'll gain: Ajax, JSON, Application Programming Interface (API), Javascript, Event-Driven Programming, Data Validation, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Debugging

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Board Infinity

      Holistic Web Development: Responsive UIs, Logic, Deployment

      Skills you'll gain: Server Side, Restful API, Docker (Software), Responsive Web Design, Containerization, HTML and CSS, Cloud Platforms, Web Design, Application Deployment, API Design, Cloud Applications, CI/CD, Back-End Web Development, Node.JS, Kubernetes, Databases, Database Management, User Interface (UI) Design, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework)

      Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • N

      NIIT

      Capstone Project Using Node.js

      Skills you'll gain: API Gateway, Microservices, Restful API, Node.JS, Application Programming Interface (API), Software Architecture, Cloud Computing Architecture, Service Oriented Architecture, Software Development, Back-End Web Development, Full-Stack Web Development

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • I

      IBM

      Architecting Applications for IBM Z and Cloud

      Skills you'll gain: Containerization, Restful API, Event-Driven Programming, DevOps, Data Integration, z/OS, Cloud Applications, Microservices, Enterprise Architecture, IBM Cloud, Application Lifecycle Management, Systems Integration, Software Architecture, Application Development, Mainframe Computing

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular api courses

    • AWS, JavaScript, React - Deploy Web Apps on the Cloud: Packt
    • Selenium Integration with CI/CD & Advanced Testing: Packt
    • Make Apps with ChatGPT and Generative AI: Packt
    • Trabajar con datos en iOS: Meta
    • What's new in React 19?: Scrimba
    • Developing Applications with Google Cloud en Français: Google Cloud
    • مقدمة إلى تطوير تطبيقات الهاتف المحمول لنظام iOS: Meta
    • Google Workspace Security 日本語版: Google Cloud
    • Advanced JavaScript 2: Async JS, APIs, Operators, Objects: Scrimba
    • Holistic Web Development: Responsive UIs, Logic, Deployment: Board Infinity

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Api

    Understanding your goal, whether for developing applications, integrating services, or learning more about software interactions, will guide your learning of APIs. Regular practice with API documentation, development, and testing is crucial. Join developer communities like Stack Overflow or GitHub for troubleshooting and collaboration. Work on real projects like creating or consuming APIs. Coursera’s API Design and Fundamentals of Google Cloud's Apigee API Platform by Google Cloud is a valuable resource to start with.‎

    API courses cover a variety of topics essential for understanding and developing Application Programming Interfaces (APIs). These include the basics of API concepts, RESTful API design, and HTTP protocols. Learners will explore topics such as authentication and authorization, API documentation, and versioning. Advanced courses might cover areas like building APIs with various programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, JavaScript), GraphQL, and microservices architecture. Practical exercises and projects help learners apply these concepts to real-world scenarios, enhancing their ability to design, develop, and manage APIs effectively.‎

    Choosing the right API course depends on your current skill level and career aspirations. Beginners should look for courses that cover the basics of RESTful API design, HTTP protocols, and introductory programming skills. Those with some experience might benefit from intermediate courses focusing on advanced API development techniques, security practices, and API documentation tools like Swagger. Advanced learners or professionals seeking specialized knowledge might consider courses on microservices architecture, GraphQL, or preparing for roles in backend development and system integration. Reviewing course content, instructor expertise, and learner feedback can help ensure the course aligns with your goals.‎

    A certificate in API development can open up various career opportunities in software development, IT, and technology consulting. Common roles include API developer, backend developer, integration engineer, and software architect. These positions involve designing and developing APIs, ensuring seamless integration between systems, and optimizing API performance. With the growing importance of APIs in enabling software interoperability and driving digital transformation, earning a certificate in API development can significantly enhance your career prospects and opportunities for advancement in fields such as web development, cloud computing, fintech, and enterprise software.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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