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APIs and External Services
An API as a defined way for software systems to communicate. Endpoints, requests, and responses. JSON as a common format for exchanging information. Success and error responses. Internal APIs versus third-party APIs. Examples: email, maps, payments, and AI services. Why external services can fail, respond slowly, or impose limits. Why sensitive credentials generally belong on the server.
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