Unpacking the accelerator building blocks

The accelerators of MuleSoft serve as foundational elements designed to expedite and simplify the various stages of the API life cycle. These accelerators, available through Anypoint Exchange, are curated sets of pre-built APIs, connectors, templates, and best practices. Each accelerator is crafted to address specific industry needs, enabling rapid development, integration, and deployment of API solutions.

In this section, we will examine the core components, or building blocks, of these accelerators, explaining how they contribute to efficiency and customization. The primary assets include the following:

• Pre-built APIs
• Connectors
• Templates
• Best practices
• Data mapping
• Endpoints

Let’s examine each of these assets in more detail, focusing on their descriptions, benefits, and usage examples.

Pre-built APIs

Pre-built APIs are fully functional APIs designed to perform specific tasks relevant to...