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APIs explained: How everyday apps communicate with each other

Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) act as intermediaries, enabling different software systems to communicate and exchange data in a structured manner. Developers use APIs to request services or data from other systems without needing to understand their internal workings, much like a waiter relays an order from a customer to a kitchen. This allows applications to integrate functionalities like mapping or weather data from external providers, simplifying development and enhancing user experience. AI

IMPACT Explains fundamental technology that underpins many AI integrations and services.

RANK_REASON The article explains a technical concept (APIs) using analogies and examples, rather than announcing a new product, research, or event.

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APIs explained: How everyday apps communicate with each other

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  1. Towards AI TIER_1 English(EN) · Keyur Harsora ·

    You Use APIs Every Day — Even If You Don’t Know It

    <figure><img alt="" src="https://cdn-images-1.medium.com/max/1024/1*LciV388hB7qaBx5Pa_8Yfw.png" /></figure><p><em>The every day apps you use such as Google Maps, Spotify, Instagram, your bank is held together by something you’ve probably never seen but absolutely depend on. </em>…