What is the data format used in REST?
Mostly JSON is used but XML can also be used.
Important Things to Remember about REST
REST calls can be made over HTTP
REST is language independent which means that projects developed in any language can use APIs.
REST over HTTP
| HTTP Method | CRUD Operation |
| POST | Creates a new entitiy |
| GET | Read a list of entities or a single entity |
| PUT | Update an existing entity |
| DELETE | Delete an existing entity |
Where can you find REST APIs?
A good place to start is http://www.programmableweb.com. Some APIs are free while other are paid. It’s a good way to start learning.
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