{API} newbies
Welcome to THE resource for learning about using REST APIs. Whether you’re a new dev who’s just getting started, or a more experienced dev who’s ready to take your skills to the next level — you’re in the right place! {API} newbies provides practical, no-nonsense guidance to help you use APIs efficiently and make integrating apps a breeze:
BYOL
Bring your own language! Are you a Python aficionado, a JavaScript enthusiast, or a C# fan? All modern programming languages support using APIs, so the info here is relevant & useful no matter your language of choice.
I’m Kim Brandl — developer advocate, instructor, and creator of {API} newbies — THE place to learn about APIs. I’m a top contributor on Stack Overflow, a teacher at heart, and I ❤ devs.
API 101
Software development languages come and go, but APIs are here to stay. Do yourself a favor by mastering the fundamentals of REST APIs and learning about the tools, best practices, and support resources that’ll have you using APIs like a pro.
{API} newbies Courses
Want to learn about APIs via on-demand video? Check out {API} newbies courses, now available on Udemy!
Whether your a new dev who wants to use APIs in the apps you build, or a non-dev who’s tired of feeling confused about APIs, we’ve got the course for you.
Free Downloads
Tired of having to lookup info about HTTP Status Codes and JSON syntax? Want to learn tips & tricks for various stages of your development process?
We’ve got you covered, with a collection Free Downloads — Quick Reference cheat sheets and Best Practices guides, designed to save you time and improve the efficiency of your development process.
