Application Programming Interface
Context: Technology
A defined way for software systems to communicate with each other.
What Does API Stand For?
API
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Application Programming Interface
API stands for Application Programming Interface, a defined interface that allows software applications or components to exchange data and functionality.
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- Application Programming Interface
- Field / context
- Technology
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- API
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TechnologyApplication Programming Interface
βThe mobile app uses an API to request account data from the server.β
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