Mastering Postman

Download or read book Mastering Postman written by Oliver James and published by GitforGits. This book was released on 2023-04-17 with total page 314 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Build, test, debug, document and publish APIs faster throughout the entire lifecycle "Mastering Postman" is the ultimate guide for anyone looking to streamline their API development process. Whether you're a seasoned developer or just starting, this book will take you through every step of the API lifecycle and equip you with the knowledge and tools to create better APIs faster. Starting with API design, the book covers the best practices for creating intuitive, easy-to-use, and scalable APIs. Before deploying, you'll learn how to use Postman to test your APIs thoroughly and ensure they're working as intended. The book then delves into API documentation and mocking, showing you how to create comprehensive documentation that's easy to understand and use. You'll also learn how to use Postman to mock your APIs, allowing you to test your code in a safe environment before deploying it to production. Focusing on Python, Flask, and JavaScript coding, "Mastering Postman" teaches you how to build powerful, efficient, and easy-to-use APIs. You'll also learn about implementing API governance, integration, publishing, and the Postman CLI in detail. Throughout the book, you'll find practical examples, real-world scenarios, and tips and tricks to help you become more productive and efficient as you work on your APIs. Whether you're a developer, a product manager, or a technical writer, "Mastering Postman" will give you the skills and knowledge you need to create APIs that are robust, reliable, and easy to use. With this book as your guide, you'll be able to streamline your API development process and deliver better APIs faster than ever before. Key Learnings Streamline API development process with Postman for faster delivery. Learn API design, testing, documentation, and mocking with real-world examples. Build APIs using Python, Flask, and JavaScript for better performance. Master API governance, integration, and publishing with Postman. Leverage Postman CLI for advanced API testing and automation. Collaborate efficiently using Postman collections, environments, and workspaces. Table of Content API LifeCycle and Postman API Design API Development API Testing API Security Using Postman CLI API Documentation & Publishing API Integration API Performance API Governance Advanced API Developer Skills Audience Mastering Postman is ideal for developers and software engineers who want to build end-to-end APIs efficiently and effectively. It is suitable for both beginners new to API development and experienced developers who want to master their API development, testing, debugging and integration skills. Before reading this book, you should understand web development, HTTP protocol, and API concepts.