Master RESTful API design from fundamentals to advanced techniques, including authentication, versioning, error handling, security, testing, performance, and more Key Features Discover essential architecture principles to build scalable and robust REST APIs Gain practical insights into performance and security best practices through real-world examples Translate API design principles into working code using SpringBoot or similar frameworks Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook Book DescriptionREST is the backbone of modern web services and APIs, powering most internet applications today. However, many developers struggle with poorly designed endpoints, inadequate error handling, security vulnerabilities, and others. Addressing these issues requires a deep understanding of REST architecture, the HTTP protocol, and related concepts, which this book provides. Starting with the fundamentals of REST architecture and HTTP protocols, this book introduces key concepts inspired by Roy Fielding's principles and the Richardson Maturity Model. You'll begin by building a Product API, progressively enhancing it with documentation, versioning, and security features. As you advance, you'll also create an Order Management API designed to interact with the Product API, applying techniques for testing and optimizing performance. Each chapter offers step-by-step explanations and practical examples, guiding you through the process of developing and refining robust, scalable APIs while enhancing your overall development skills. By the end of this book, readers will be able to confidently build RESTful APIs using Java, ensuring their readiness for the dynamic challenges of modern application development.What you will learn Gain the knowledge required to design performant and scalable APIs Learn and apply best practices for API authentication and authorization Deploy your application in the cloud, ensuring scalability and optimal performance Apply OpenAPI specification to prevent the leaking of implementation details, improving API stablility Discover how the latest Java features, such as records and virtual threads, can benefit your API implementation Implement various API testing approaches to ensure the reliability and security of your API Who this book is forThis book is for mid to senior backend Java developers looking to improve the quality and performance of their REST APIs. Whether you're tasked with optimizing existing APIs or starting a brand new green field project, the ideas shared here will help you. Additionally, tech leads and architects wanting to refine their API design skills and explore advanced Java API development techniques will find this book beneficial. Readers are expected to be proficient in Java.

About the Author
Marian Varga has worked with Java since version 1.0. Throughout his career he has focused on the integration and API aspects of software solutions on many projects in various industries, affording him the opportunity to experience first-hand the evolution of web services and RESTful APIs as well as the challenges connected to them. Besides connecting systems via APIs and integration solutions, he also likes to connect business people with technical people to help them make development processes more efficient and enjoyable. He has been sharing his experiences in meetup talks and in his blog. Pedro Andrade has over 14 years of hands-on experience as a software engineer, specializing in ERP systems for small to medium-sized companies across diverse industries. Over the past six years, he has transitioned to larger projects in various countries for different domains, showcasing his adaptability and expertise in Java technologies as Spring framework for web applications. As the co-founder of BarreirasJUG, a Java user group in Brazil, Andrade has actively contributed to the Java community, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing. Silvio de Morais is a Software Architect originally from Porto Alegre, Brazil. With over three decades of experience in IT and software development, he has worked in several software projects for Fortune 500 companies with a focus on digital transformation, cloud computing, and software architecture. He is an active contributor to professional forums, conferences, and Java Users Groups where he shares his knowledge and promotes a culture of continuous improvement. He has a Bachelor in Computer Science from PUC in Brazil, a Masters in MIS from Harvard University, and was a researcher at the University of Tokyo sometime in the last century. He currently lives in Orlando, FL, with his wife. Thiago Bomfim has many years of experience in developing Java web applications. He has worked in startups as well as in large companies, where he had the opportunity to create REST APIs for all types of clients: desktop, web, backend, and also mobile. His career is fuelled by a deep commitment to engineering excellence, following the best practices of RESTful APIs, focusing on high performance and backward compatibility. In his spare time, he shares knowledge through his blog, talks, and mentoring. Igor Fraga possesses over 12 years of experience in software engineering and is actually a full member of the Java Community Process (JCP) from Oracle. He has diligently worked on developing applications, services, and features using Java, C#, and X++ for various companies in Brazil and the United States, thereby delivering numerous successful projects throughout his career, encompassing both backend and frontend domains. In recent years, his focus has predominantly been on backend development tailored for the Cloud, with a particular emphasis on the development of RESTful APIs and their seamless integration with other services, third-party platforms, and, more recently, AI technologies.


Book Information
ISBN 9781835466100
Author Marian Varga
Format Paperback
Imprint Packt Publishing Limited
Publisher Packt Publishing Limited