Contract-Driven Development: Turn API Specifications into Executable Contracts

Explore contract-driven development and its application in microservices architecture through this comprehensive conference talk from YOW! Australia 2023. Learn how to leverage Specmatic to transform API specifications into executable contracts, enabling independent testing and deployment of microservices. Discover techniques for effective provider-consumer collaboration using a central contract repository, and understand the benefits of shifting left to identify compatibility issues earlier in the development lifecycle. Witness live demonstrations showcasing the practical implementation of contract-driven development, including test mode setup, API specification utilization, and the advantages of a centralized contract repository. Gain insights into the architecture of demo applications and explore the concept of "shift-left" in microservices development. Conclude with an overview of Specmatic Insights and its role in enhancing the contract-driven development process.