Question 1

What is rest apis?

Accepted Answer

REST APIs is the way a browser or client exchanges data with a backend using a specific protocol or API style.

Question 2

Why does rest apis matter for frontend apps?

Accepted Answer

It affects latency, payload size, reliability, caching, and how much logic the UI must carry.

Question 3

What is the biggest mistake with rest apis?

Accepted Answer

Designing the contract for a happy path only and ignoring errors, retries, and compatibility.

Question 4

How do I make rest apis better for users?

Accepted Answer

Keep responses small, handle failures clearly, and avoid unnecessary round trips.

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