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    • U

      University of Colorado System

      Advanced System Security Topics

      Skills you'll gain: Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Authorization (Computing), Identity and Access Management, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Information and Technology, Encryption, Data Security, Network Security, Public Key Infrastructure, Wireless Networks, Extensible Markup Language (XML)

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      354 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • G

      Google Cloud

      Dialogflow CX: Bot Building Basics

      Skills you'll gain: Virtual Environment, Agentic systems, Interactive Design, User Experience

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      25 reviews

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • S

      Scrimba

      Deploy AI Apps with Cloudflare

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Applications, Application Deployment, API Gateway, Cloud Hosting, Cloud Security, Application Programming Interface (API), Serverless Computing, Application Security, Web Servers, OpenAI, Artificial Intelligence

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      11 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • G

      Google Cloud

      Developing Applications with Google Cloud

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Applications, Application Deployment, Application Development, Microservices, Google Cloud Platform, Authentications, Generative AI, Serverless Computing, Cloud Development, Cloud API, Data Storage, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Authorization (Computing), CI/CD, Software Architecture, Event-Driven Programming, Cloud Computing, Application Performance Management, Cloud Storage, Service Oriented Architecture

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      26 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Fine Tune BERT for Text Classification with TensorFlow

      Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Keras (Neural Network Library), Natural Language Processing, Deep Learning, Data Processing, Data Pipelines

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      206 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: New
      New
      M

      Microsoft

      Automation and Scripting with Python

      Skills you'll gain: Web Scraping, Git (Version Control System), Scripting, Version Control, Test Automation, Software Testing, Cloud API, Automation, Restful API, Application Programming Interface (API), Scalability, Python Programming, Data Cleansing, Performance Tuning, File Management

      3.5
      Rating, 3.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      11 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      P

      Peking University

      Java程序设计

      Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Programming, C and C++, JUnit, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Network Model, UI Components, Software Design Patterns, User Interface (UI), Debugging, Data Structures, Application Development, Event-Driven Programming, File Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      208 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • B

      Board Infinity

      Learning MEAN Stack by Building Real world Application

      Skills you'll gain: Angular, Node.JS, Full-Stack Web Development, HTML and CSS, MongoDB, Back-End Web Development, Application Frameworks, Javascript, Maintainability, Restful API, Front-End Web Development, Server Side, JavaScript Frameworks, Web Development Tools, Application Deployment, Application Development, Middleware, Authentications, Web Design and Development, Web Applications

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
      ·
      52 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Open AI for Beginners: Programmatic Prompting

      Skills you'll gain: OpenAI, Prompt Engineering, JSON, Application Programming Interface (API), Web Applications, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
      ·
      16 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • A

      Amazon

      Full Stack Web Development

      Skills you'll gain: Full-Stack Web Development, Restful API, Front-End Web Development, Web Services, Application Deployment, Web Development, Spring Framework, Amazon Web Services, HTML and CSS, Application Programming Interface (API), Server Side, Web Applications, Back-End Web Development, Spring Boot, Model View Controller, Responsive Web Design, Javascript

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • G

      Google Cloud

      Build an End-to-End Data Capture Pipeline using Document AI

      Skills you'll gain: Data Processing, Google Cloud Platform, Data Store, Data Pipelines, Data Capture, Unstructured Data, Cloud API, Geographic Information Systems, Cloud-Based Integration, Document Management, Serverless Computing

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • M

      Microsoft

      Computer Vision in Microsoft Azure

      Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Artificial Intelligence, Microsoft Azure, Applied Machine Learning, Data Processing, Natural Language Processing, Deep Learning, Application Programming Interface (API)

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      105 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Advanced System Security Topics: University of Colorado System
    • Dialogflow CX: Bot Building Basics: Google Cloud
    • Deploy AI Apps with Cloudflare: Scrimba
    • Developing Applications with Google Cloud: Google Cloud
    • Fine Tune BERT for Text Classification with TensorFlow: Coursera Project Network
    • Automation and Scripting with Python: Microsoft
    • Java程序设计: Peking University
    • Learning MEAN Stack by Building Real world Application: Board Infinity
    • Open AI for Beginners: Programmatic Prompting: Coursera Project Network
    • Full Stack Web Development: Amazon

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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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