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APIs for Beginners - How to use an API (Full Course / Tutorial)

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Overview

This course teaches beginners about APIs (Application Programming Interfaces), including what they are, why they are used, and their benefits. Students will gain hands-on experience with popular web APIs. The course covers exploring APIs online, using APIs from the command line, and using tools like Postman. Students will also learn to work with APIs in projects using technologies like Flask, JavaScript, and Python. The intended audience for this course is individuals with basic coding and web knowledge looking to understand and use APIs effectively.

Syllabus

⌨️ Video 1 - Welcome
⌨️ Video 2 - Defining Interface
⌨️ Video 3 - Defining API
⌨️ Video 4 - Remote APIs
⌨️ Video 5 - How the web works
⌨️ Video 6 - RESTful API Constraint Scavenger Hunt
⌨️ Video 1 - Exploring an API online
⌨️ Video 2 - Using an API from the command line
⌨️ Video 3 - Using Postman to explore APIs
⌨️ Video 4 - Please please Mr. Postman
⌨️ Video 5 - Using Helper Libraries JavaScript
⌨️ Video 6 - Using Helper Libraries Python
⌨️ Video 1 - Introducing the project
⌨️ Video 2 - Flask app
⌨️ Video 3 - Dealing with API Limits
⌨️ Video 4 - JavaScript Single Page Application
⌨️ Video 5 - Moar JavaScript and Recap
⌨️ Video 6 - Review

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Reviews

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    Neil Albert Segarino
    This course provides a comprehensive introduction to APIs, covering fundamental concepts and practical examples to help beginners understand how to use APIs effectively. The explanations are clear, the examples are relevant, and the pacing is well-suited for beginners. Overall, it's a valuable resource for anyone looking to learn about APIs and their practical applications.

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