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GraphQL vs. REST
GraphQL and REST are two common architectural patterns for building APIs. REST APIs use standard HTTP methods to access resources through dedicated…
What is JWT?
JWT, which stands for JSON Web Token, is an open standard for securely sharing JSON data between parties. The data is encoded…
API design interview questions
According to Postman’s 2023 State of the API report, over 75% of respondents agree that developers at API-first companies are more productive,…
What is YAML?
YAML, which stands for “YAML Ain’t Markup Language” or “Yet Another Markup Language,” is a human and machine-readable data serialization format. It…
What is caching?
This is a guest post written by Allen Helton, ecosystem engineer at Momento. “It’s probably a caching issue.” No matter how long…
Creating an OpenAPI definition from a collection with the Postman API
Postman’s integrated API Builder lets you design your APIs with an API definition. But even with the help of the API Builder,…
What is JSON Schema?
JSON Schema is a declarative language that provides a standardized way to describe and validate JSON data. It describes the content, structure,…
Manage your Postman Collection’s items with the Postman API
You already know that you can create Postman Collections for your organization to create groups of saved requests to use for designing,…
What is PKCE?
PKCE, which stands for “Proof of Key Code Exchange” and is pronounced “pixy,” is an extension of the OAuth 2.0 protocol that…
The ultimate guide to setting up team workspaces
In the world of API development, collaboration is key. With multiple moving pieces and stakeholders, organization, transparency, and communication are vital to…
What is OpenID Connect?
OpenID Connect (OIDC) is an authentication protocol that adds an identity layer on top of OAuth 2.0. It helps securely authenticate users…
The future of API developer experience with an enterprise: 6 essentials
You can’t have great APIs without great developer experience. Developer experience (DX) is a measure of the satisfaction a developer has with…