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    • B

      Board Infinity

      Introduction to Technical Writing

      Skills you'll gain: Technical Writing, Technical Documentation, Technical Communication, Software Documentation, Graphic and Visual Design, Design Elements And Principles, Typography, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Collaborative Software, Proofreading, Peer Review, Multimedia, Version Control

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      318 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of California, Irvine

      Interfacing with the Raspberry Pi

      Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Application Programming Interface (API), TCP/IP, Electronics, Embedded Systems, Control Systems, USB, Networking Hardware, Electronic Systems, Hardware Design, Digital Communications, Computer Hardware, Computer Networking, Python Programming, Servers

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.6K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Scrimba

      API Basics 3: Build a Game (Async JS, Callbacks & Promises)

      Skills you'll gain: Event-Driven Programming, Javascript, Web Development Tools, JSON, Animation and Game Design

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Automated Reasoning with GPT Assistant API: ReAct Agents

      Skills you'll gain: OpenAI, Generative AI Agents, ChatGPT, Cost Benefit Analysis, Business Process Automation, Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Application Programming Interface (API), Development Environment, Business Logic, Prompt Engineering, Scalability, Artificial Intelligence, Business Analysis, Business Solutions, Personalized Service, TypeScript, Node.JS, Application Security

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      B

      Board Infinity

      .NET FullStack Developer

      Skills you'll gain: Model View Controller, ASP.NET, .NET Framework, HTML and CSS, Restful API, C# (Programming Language), Front-End Web Development, JSON, Web Services, Web Applications, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Javascript, Web Design and Development, React.js, Application Programming Interface (API), Back-End Web Development, Programming Principles, Maintainability, Software Architecture, Application Security

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      302 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      D

      DeepLearning.AI

      Advanced Computer Vision with TensorFlow

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Tensorflow, Image Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Feature Engineering, Artificial Neural Networks, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Data Processing, Network Architecture

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      521 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • N

      Nanjing University

      Data Processing Using Python

      Skills you'll gain: Data Processing, Data Mining, Data Structures, Data Presentation, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Web Scraping, Data Analysis, Python Programming, Pandas (Python Package), NumPy, Data Visualization, Data Import/Export, Data Manipulation, Matplotlib, User Interface (UI) Design

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      373 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: Free Trial
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      S

      Scrimba

      AI for Web Developers

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Cloud Applications, OpenAI, HTML and CSS, ChatGPT, Application Deployment, API Gateway, Cloud Hosting, Generative AI, Web Development, GitHub, Cloud Security, Version Control, Front-End Web Development, Data Ethics, Application Programming Interface (API), Debugging, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence, Pseudocode

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      194 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      D

      Duke University

      Building Cloud Computing Solutions at Scale

      Skills you'll gain: Technical Communication, Cloud Infrastructure, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Cloud-Native Computing, Cloud Applications, CI/CD, Cloud Development, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Computing, Application Deployment, Agile Software Development, DevOps, Software Engineering, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Distributed Computing, Continuous Delivery, Applied Machine Learning, Cloud Storage, Extract, Transform, Load, Google Cloud Platform

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      460 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Scrimba

      AI Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Image Analysis, OpenAI, Cloud Applications, Generative AI, Application Deployment, API Gateway, Cloud Hosting, Generative AI Agents, ChatGPT, Cloud Security, User Interface (UI), Data Ethics, Application Programming Interface (API), Development Environment, Open Source Technology, Performance Testing, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, JavaScript Frameworks

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      169 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Microsoft

      Microsoft Back-End Developer

      Skills you'll gain: CI/CD, C# (Programming Language), Load Balancing, Continuous Integration, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Scalability, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Authentications, ASP.NET, Debugging, SQL, Application Deployment, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Services, Microsoft Copilot, Relational Databases, Graph Theory, Back-End Web Development, Program Development, Data Structures

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      106 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Google Cloud

      Upgrading and Monitoring the Apigee Hybrid API Platform

      Skills you'll gain: Application Performance Management, System Monitoring, Application Programming Interface (API), Patch Management, Network Troubleshooting, Configuration Management, Release Management, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Google Cloud Platform, Kubernetes, Application Deployment

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular api courses

    • Introduction to Technical Writing: Board Infinity
    • Interfacing with the Raspberry Pi: University of California, Irvine
    • API Basics 3: Build a Game (Async JS, Callbacks & Promises): Scrimba
    • Automated Reasoning with GPT Assistant API: ReAct Agents: Coursera Project Network
    • .NET FullStack Developer: Board Infinity
    • Advanced Computer Vision with TensorFlow: DeepLearning.AI
    • Data Processing Using Python: Nanjing University
    • AI for Web Developers: Scrimba
    • Building Cloud Computing Solutions at Scale: Duke University
    • AI Engineering: Scrimba

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Api

    Understanding your goal, whether for developing applications, integrating services, or learning more about software interactions, will guide your learning of APIs. Regular practice with API documentation, development, and testing is crucial. Join developer communities like Stack Overflow or GitHub for troubleshooting and collaboration. Work on real projects like creating or consuming APIs. Coursera’s API Design and Fundamentals of Google Cloud's Apigee API Platform by Google Cloud is a valuable resource to start with.‎

    API courses cover a variety of topics essential for understanding and developing Application Programming Interfaces (APIs). These include the basics of API concepts, RESTful API design, and HTTP protocols. Learners will explore topics such as authentication and authorization, API documentation, and versioning. Advanced courses might cover areas like building APIs with various programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, JavaScript), GraphQL, and microservices architecture. Practical exercises and projects help learners apply these concepts to real-world scenarios, enhancing their ability to design, develop, and manage APIs effectively.‎

    Choosing the right API course depends on your current skill level and career aspirations. Beginners should look for courses that cover the basics of RESTful API design, HTTP protocols, and introductory programming skills. Those with some experience might benefit from intermediate courses focusing on advanced API development techniques, security practices, and API documentation tools like Swagger. Advanced learners or professionals seeking specialized knowledge might consider courses on microservices architecture, GraphQL, or preparing for roles in backend development and system integration. Reviewing course content, instructor expertise, and learner feedback can help ensure the course aligns with your goals.‎

    A certificate in API development can open up various career opportunities in software development, IT, and technology consulting. Common roles include API developer, backend developer, integration engineer, and software architect. These positions involve designing and developing APIs, ensuring seamless integration between systems, and optimizing API performance. With the growing importance of APIs in enabling software interoperability and driving digital transformation, earning a certificate in API development can significantly enhance your career prospects and opportunities for advancement in fields such as web development, cloud computing, fintech, and enterprise software.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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