REST Protocols Definition

REST APIs are one of many tools available for developers to build various applications. REST protocols include:

• Resource identification
• Resource manipulation
• Self-descriptive messages
• Layered system
• Cacheability

REST is popular amongst developers for various reasons. For example, REST APIs are known to be simple, lightweight, scalable, extensible, and portable. Some examples of REST APIs in action include weather, social media, and e-commerce apps.

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