ServiceNow Course in India - ServiceNow Training.pptx
- 1. What is REST API? Understanding, Navigating, and Testing REST APIs www.visualpath.in +91-7032290546
- 2. Introduction to REST API Explorer Definition: REST (Representational State Transfer) is an architectural style for designing networked applications. Key Concepts: o Uses HTTP methods (GET, POST, PUT, DELETE) o Stateless interactions o Resources identified via URLs Why REST APIs? • Simple, scalable, and language-independent. www.visualpath.in +91-7032290546
- 3. What is REST API Explorer? Definition: A REST API Explorer is a tool/interface that allows users to interact with REST APIs directly from the browser. Purpose: o Discover available APIs o Test endpoints o Understand input/output formats • Common Use Case: Developers and testers exploring and verifying API behavior. www.visualpath.in +91-7032290546
- 4. Key Features of a REST API Explorer Auto-generated documentation Interactive API testing (e.g., send requests, see responses) Authentication support (OAuth, API keys, etc.) Live data preview • Request customization (headers, query params, body) www.visualpath.in +91-7032290546
- 5. Popular Tools & Platforms Swagger UI (OpenAPI): Most widely used; open source Postman (with collection viewer): Full-featured client and explorer Redoc: Clean and customizable documentation viewer • API Explorer from Salesforce, Google Cloud: Platform-specific tools. www.visualpath.in +91-7032290546
- 6. How REST API Explorer Works Behind the Scenes: o Reads OpenAPI/Swagger specs o Displays endpoints in structured format o Sends real-time HTTP requests to server o Renders responses with status codes, headers, and bodies Typical Flow: o Select API o Choose endpoint o Enter parameters o Click “Try it out” o Review response. www.visualpath.in +91-7032290546
- 7. Benefits of Using REST API Explorer Fast Onboarding: Understand APIs quickly Reduced Errors: Avoid misformatted requests Time-Saving: No need for manual coding just to test Improved Collaboration: Share endpoints and usage with teams • Better Documentation: Always up-to-date with real- time testability. www.visualpath.in +91-7032290546
- 8. When and Where to Use It During API Development (internal or external) For QA Testing and debugging In client onboarding and developer portals • Learning and training for new developers www.visualpath.in
- 9. Summary & Best Practices REST API Explorer is essential for interactive and transparent API testing. Always secure your API explorer (auth, CORS). Keep API specs up to date to ensure reliability. • Pro Tip: Use OpenAPI specs + Swagger UI for full documentation + testing. www.visualpath.in
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