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Working with APIs and web services

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Working with APIs and web services

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- [Instructor] So let's review working with APIs and web services. APIs, or application programming interfaces, are essential components that enable seamless communication between software applications. They serve as intermediaries that define the methods and data formats applications can use to interact with each other. There are different types of APIs, including REST APIs, which are based on standard web protocols, and SOAP APIs, which use more rigid protocols for data exchange. APIs have numerous use cases. For example, they allow developers to retrieve data from web services and send data to cloud applications, making them crucial for modern software development. By facilitating integration between disparate systems, APIs, and power applications to work together harmoniously, a solid understanding of the various types and uses of APIs is fundamental for leveraging them effectively, particularly when writing PowerShell scripts, as they can significantly enhance the functionality…

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