REST is the most widely used architectural style for web APIs. With RESTful APIs, we create a clear and scalable layer between software systems, allowing web apps, portals, mobile apps, and back office software to communicate reliably through predictable HTTP endpoints, resources, and status codes.
REST (Representational State Transfer) is an architectural style for web services in which resources are accessed through uniform HTTP operations. Each request contains all the required information, responses can be cached, and endpoints follow a consistent structure. By using standard HTTP methods, status codes, and formats such as JSON, integration across different programming languages and platforms becomes much simpler. This makes REST a logical choice for APIs that need to last and be widely used across an organization.
REST is used to expose data and functionality from software systems to other applications, integration platforms, and external partners. Examples include customer and order data, product information, workflow actions, or reporting endpoints. REST APIs often form the foundation for headless frontends, B2B integrations, and internal integration layers. Thanks to clear resource URLs, filtering, and pagination, it is easy to build scalable interfaces that are easy to monitor and test.