Summary
In this chapter, we have reviewed some of the most important architecture principles and the impact they may have on the architecture and design of an API. We have also done a comparative study of the various API styles and analyzed what to choose depending on the business context and requirements.
Developers can build an API platform using one or more styles in the Azure cloud. There are a lot of options when it comes to hosting API solutions. Each has its own unique advantage. With serverless architectures, organizations can deploy API solutions really quickly and start realizing the business benefits.
In the next chapter, we will focus on understanding how to ensure the quality of your API service or product, how to measure them, and what tactical plans must be created to achieve this.