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    • G

      Google Cloud

      Building No-Code Apps with AppSheet: Implementation

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Applications, Application Performance Management, Application Development, Authorization (Computing), Authentications, Application Lifecycle Management, Data Management, Restful API, Application Security, Scalability, Software Versioning, Automation, Debugging, User Interface (UI)

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      18 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of California, Davis

      Python Basics: Interacting with the Internet

      Skills you'll gain: Jupyter, Application Programming Interface (API), Data Access, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Scripting, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking

      2.6
      Rating, 2.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      16 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • M

      Meta

      Marco web Django

      Skills you'll gain: Django (Web Framework), Web Development, Web Servers, Web Applications, MySQL, Application Security, Restful API, Database Management, Server Side, HTML and CSS, User Accounts, Databases, Data Modeling

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      31 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • P

      Packt

      CCNA Expert – Network Automation, Cloud, and Emerging Technologies

      Skills you'll gain: Wireless Networks, Cloud Computing, Network Monitoring, Network Security, Event Monitoring, Network Performance Management, Software-Defined Networking, Ansible, IT Automation, Authentications, Virtualization, Network Protocols, Encryption, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Restful API

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      12 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • G

      Google Cloud

      Identify Damaged Car Parts with Vertex AutoML Vision

      Skills you'll gain: Applied Machine Learning, Google Cloud Platform, Image Analysis, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Computer Vision, Predictive Modeling, Cloud Storage, Data Validation

      Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • S

      Scrimba

      Intro to Claude AI

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, OpenAI, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Applications, Application Programming Interface (API), Data Ethics, Application Deployment, Image Analysis

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Configura APIs en Node.js: Crea aplicaciones backend

      Skills you'll gain: Authentications, Node.JS, Back-End Web Development, API Design, Application Programming Interface (API), Secure Coding, Server Side, Restful API, Software Architecture, Web Applications, Software Development, Debugging, JSON, Maintainability, Middleware

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • U

      Universidad Austral

      Desarrollo de Aplicaciones Mobile Multiplataforma con Nativescript, Angular y Redux

      Skills you'll gain: Mobile Development, Cross Platform Development, React Redux, iOS Development, Continuous Integration, Apple iOS, Test Automation, Unit Testing, User Interface (UI), Development Testing, CI/CD, Angular, Android Studio, UI Components, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, TypeScript, Application Programming Interface (API), Debugging, Animations

      3.7
      Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      22 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • P

      Packt

      Frontend Development with React

      Skills you'll gain: React.js, React Redux, JavaScript Frameworks, Web Applications, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Front-End Web Development, Authentications, UI Components, User Accounts, Restful API, Back-End Web Development, Real Time Data, Authorization (Computing)

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      N

      NVIDIA

      The Fundamentals of RDMA Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Network Routing, Application Programming Interface (API), Network Model, TCP/IP, Network Protocols, System Programming, Operating Systems, Hardware Architecture, Performance Tuning, Computer Hardware

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      33 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of California, Davis

      Python Basics for Online Research

      Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Jupyter, Computational Thinking, Web Scraping, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Data Manipulation, Data Access, Text Mining, Application Programming Interface (API), Scripting, Computer Programming, Program Development, Data Cleansing, Automation, Algorithms, Probability & Statistics, Data Structures, Data Analysis, Visualization (Computer Graphics)

      3.3
      Rating, 3.3 out of 5 stars
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      28 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • M

      Meta

      مطوّر الواجهة الخلفية من Meta

      Skills you'll gain: Restful API, Version Control, Full-Stack Web Development, Front-End Web Development, Django (Web Framework), MySQL, GitHub, Unit Testing, Database Management Systems, Git (Version Control System), Application Programming Interface (API), Database Design, API Design, Responsive Web Design, HTML and CSS, Pseudocode, Data Structures, Web Applications, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Debugging

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      16 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Building No-Code Apps with AppSheet: Implementation: Google Cloud
    • Python Basics: Interacting with the Internet: University of California, Davis
    • Marco web Django: Meta
    • CCNA Expert – Network Automation, Cloud, and Emerging Technologies: Packt
    • Identify Damaged Car Parts with Vertex AutoML Vision: Google Cloud
    • Intro to Claude AI: Scrimba
    • Configura APIs en Node.js: Crea aplicaciones backend: Coursera Project Network
    • Desarrollo de Aplicaciones Mobile Multiplataforma con Nativescript, Angular y Redux: Universidad Austral
    • Frontend Development with React: Packt
    • The Fundamentals of RDMA Programming: NVIDIA

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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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