Evolving Your APIs - A Pragmatic Approach

Discover a pragmatic approach to evolving REST APIs in this 58-minute conference talk from NDC Copenhagen 2022. Learn how to manage the lifecycle of your APIs beyond the initial setup, focusing on long-term planning and maintenance. Explore strategies for evolving your API without breaking existing contracts, including techniques for moving endpoints, deprecation processes, user monitoring, and effective communication of changes. Gain insights through practical demonstrations using the Apache APISIX project. Equip yourself with essential knowledge to successfully navigate API evolution and ensure the longevity of your architecture.