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API course: Application Programmable Interfaces as programming interfaces to networks

Automation and programming are increasingly being used to control and monitor networks in a modern way. To achieve this, high-performance interfaces to routers and switches are required. Proven interfaces in software development for application programming via an Application Programmable Interface (API) as an acronym form a modern access method for networks today. In contrast to classic access via CLI or SNMP, modern APIs offer optimized access to the full functionality. As a programming interface to networks, an API is also ideally suited for the use of centralized control in SDN. The technology REST APIs of SDN controllers and applications are important for network experts today.

 

An API course provides knowledge about APIs for network control, usually based on the following learning content:

  • Data structures and representation
  • Basics of APIs
  • API types
  • Programming of Application Programmable Interfaces
  • Access
  • REST API
  • NETCONF and RESTCONF
  • Programming interfaces from the user's perspective
  • Use with SDN
  • Automation and orchestration
  • Application with different network systems (e.g. Cisco and Juniper)
  • Practical exercises

 

Such API courses are aimed at planners and administrators who ideally have previous knowledge of configuring and operating networks. In the course, they can find out about the possibilities of new types of APIs in the network. After the course, they will know the structure of an API and how to access it. Course participants will be able to differentiate the potential of an API from traditional methods and use common tools to access an API without programming knowledge.

 
Are you interested in an API course, training, workshop, training or certification? Would you like to learn how Application Programmable Interfaces work as programming interfaces to networks? On the education portal Ausbildung-Weiterbildung.ch you will find training and further education courses to acquire this specific network knowledge. You can order information documents from the training providers free of charge and without obligation or arrange a personal training consultation. You can also register for courses quickly via the education platform.

Questions and answers

Yes, many schools also offer an online Python course in which Python programming can be learned at your own pace and from any location.

API design is the development of an API interface to make data and application functions available to developers and users. APIs are very important for modern organizations. API IT offers various new opportunities for all areas from operations to products to partnership strategies. An effective API program must be based on the overarching corporate strategy and thus contribute to the achievement of objectives. This requires a clear understanding of the reason for implementation, the desired outcomes and the planning of API execution. An API design is valuable if it serves as a method for a new way of accessing the content, data and services provided. If the internal assessment of the value of an API asset changes due to markets or economic conditions, this can in turn influence the intended purpose of an API. In order for an API to fulfill its intended purpose, it must be designed and implemented accordingly. A good API interface in the context of API IT should:

  • provide a valuable service
  • have a good plan or business model
  • be compact, flexible and easy to integrate
  • managed and measured
  • Supporting developers well

An API design should take this into account when developing the API interface. Any data can be shared via the programming interface APIs are implemented using API calls in the form of function calls, which consist of verbs and nouns. The required syntax is described in the API documentation of the called applications. There are API courses that cover and teach API design and interface.

According to the API definition, the word is an abbreviation for "Application Programming Interface" - i.e. a programming interface that enables other programs to connect to the software system. According to the API definition, the connection to the interface takes place at source code level. APIs are used in many applications because they allow you to work with the local data of a device without having to address it directly. According to the API wiki, these are called web APIs in the web environment. The use of code modules together with APIs makes programs less error-prone and easier to maintain. The API meaning is: Information can be exchanged in a standardized way between the application and individual program parts via a programming interface, whereby the transfer of data and commands is structured according to a previously defined syntax. The short API meaning is therefore also: The modularization of programming by means of an API interface simplifies it. This is because the individual program parts connected via an API fulfil specific functions and are clearly separated from the rest of the application. According to the API declaration, communication only takes place via the precisely specified interface. This allows external developers to develop software applications for the corresponding operating system via API access. Cloud services and cloud computing are contributing to the increased importance of APIs, as they enable the API integration of cloud services into local systems or other cloud services. On an API course, you will deal with the API definition and its functions.

Learning to program Python is generally regarded as a relatively simple matter. The programming program can be learned relatively quickly and easily and is not very demanding to use.

The courses offered by the schools are therefore not only aimed at ICT specialists, but also at career changers and inexperienced programmers.

The Python programming language is used in many different areas, here are some possibilities:

 

  • In theWeb developmentin the field of building and maintaining websites
  • During the survey, analysis, visualization and interpretation in theData Science
  • In theMachine learning,especially in the field of aviation
  • Advantageously coupled with the programming language C++ for theProgramming computer games
  • In theRoboticsbut here too, due to a lack of speed, it is best coupled with C++

An API key or API key (application programming interface key) is a simple encrypted string whose unique identifier is used for authentication to allow mobile apps, tools and other applications to retrieve and use system performance data. A user, developer or a called program is authenticated with an API. The common use of APIs is to authenticate a project with the API key rather than via a human user. Two requirements must be met in order to grant API access using the API key so that the system data can be accessed:

  • The system owner must grant API access.
  • The developer must generate an API key.

 

All systems enable API access by default, but each system owner can decide whether they want to activate the function. The API key protects them from unauthorized use when activated, as the code identifies authorized developers or users. The key not only protects the API, but also records usage data. After creating the API key with the API key generator, you have a long string of upper and lower case letters, numbers and hyphens. This should be copied and kept in a safe place.


API tokens are used to authenticate authorized API connections to control access per organization. API tokens can be used in integrations for two-factor authentication. At an API course, you will learn more about API access and keys and how they are used in practice.

An API interface can be used in many areas of different software applications. There are many public web APIs available in the web environment that can be used to integrate offers into your own applications as an API interface. A good API example (API sample) are, among others:

  • Wikipedia
  • Google Maps
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • PayPal
  • DHL
  • API trading
  • API zoom
  • API HubSpot
  • Time recording software

In the web environment, APIs are often used in online stores and content management systems. When the customer purchases a product, they communicate with the provider's web interface via an API interface. The store, on the other hand, communicates with the credit card company via an API interface to initiate the payment and with the carrier to trigger the order. This means that different payment service providers, online marketplaces, store rating systems, shipping service providers and other services can be connected in a standardized way with little effort. On a real estate website, for example, available properties are displayed by location using APIs. Other APIs provide visitors with current interest rates or a mortgage calculator. A special type of web API are those for authentication and authorization, such as Facebook Connect or the OpenID standard. These allow users to log in to portals without their own user administration using an existing user identity. The use of the API interface is often a topic that is covered in an API course.

API management is used to monitor and control the published programming interface in your own system. This is because external developers should be granted secure access to this interface so that they can further develop existing programs or develop new applications. An important area of activity in API management is the analysis and control of external applications. APIs must be effectively protected against misuse, which at best is achieved by automatically checking for vulnerabilities. API management provides insights into how your own APIs are used by third-party applications. An API manager can use this to identify future application trends and determine whether the APIs meet the requirements of the developers. The API manager incorporates the information gained into the management of the programming interfaces. API documentation is API documentation that is properly structured and well-written by the API manager, explaining how to use it effectively and how to integrate it easily. This human and machine-readable content helps developers and serves as a precise reference source, teaching aid and guide. There are API courses that deal extensively with API management.

An API test is a type of software test in which application programming interfaces are tested directly and as part of integration tests. API testing is used to determine whether APIs meet expectations in terms of functionality, reliability, performance and security. By analyzing the API, it is ensured that the middleware code enables two software programs to communicate with each other without any problems. The code determines how an application requests services from the operating system (OS) or other applications. API testing focuses on analyzing the business logic and the security of the application and data. Testing is a critical part of success in continuous integration and DevOps operations of the application. An API testing tool can simplify the development task. Good API testing tools for API testing include:

  • SoapUI
  • Katalon Studio
  • TestNG
  • Postman, API-Postman
  • Strut
  • JMeter
  • Rest assured library
  • Tricentis Tosca
  • Apiary
  • MuleSoft API
  • Apigee

Even if all API tools provided the same functionality, the approach would still be different. What is important is what is best suited to your own business requirements. API-Postman can be used to both create and test APIs. As open source, it is easy to install and has features such as New, Import, Runner, My Workspace, Invite, Collections, Tab, http request and Save. API-Postman can be used to write and run API tests for any request using JavaScript. You can select http methods such as GET, PUT or POST. Associated API endpoints can be saved in a collection. API testing can therefore be ensured with an API testing tool. An API course can also cover the topic of API testing in varying degrees of intensity.

Rest API stands for Representational State Transfer - Application Programming Interface and enables the exchange of information from different systems. API-Rest is also referred to as machine-to-machine communication via API-Web. The use of Rest-API is necessary in the age of desktop PCs and mobile devices in order to bring different systems and devices together with API-Web. API-Rest ensures that they all speak the "same language" with each other. Rest API enables information and tasks to be distributed to different servers, which can then be requested using an http request. This is made up of an API endpoint and corresponding parameters. An API console provides access to the information hidden on a website via a browser. In addition to the popular debugging method, Console API offers even more methods for displaying useful tools in certain scenarios. API Console is an individual addition to browsers, but a specification is now being developed under the umbrella of the WHATWG.

For a developer, API-First means easy integration with other systems and applications via REST API or CMIS. In addition, API-first architecture is highly flexible with a number of extension points to extend functionality. API-first architecture allows all functions to be accessed via API - not just a few. Microservices architectures are similar to SOA patterns in terms of using specialized, loosely coupled services, but go a step further in breaking down traditional infrastructures. API services within microservices architecture use a common messaging framework such as RESTful APIs. This allows API services to communicate with each other - without complex data conversion transactions or additional integration layers. The use of RESTful APIs enables the rapid provision of new functions and updates. Rest API can be one of the topics covered in an API course.

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