The Art of API Design
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# The Art of API Design
Great APIs are intuitive, consistent, and built to last. Here's how to design APIs that developers will love.
## RESTful Principles
**Use HTTP Methods Correctly**
- GET for retrieval
- POST for creation
- PUT/PATCH for updates
- DELETE for removal
**Logical Resource Naming**
Use nouns, not verbs. Make your URLs predictable and hierarchical.
## Version Your APIs
Always version from day one. Breaking changes are inevitable—make them graceful.
## Documentation
Auto-generate OpenAPI specs. Keep examples up-to-date. Your API is only as good as its documentation.
The best APIs feel natural to use because they follow conventions and respect developers' time.