API 101 for Junior Web Devs
API 101 for Junior Web Devs
target audience - juniors
This course is for junior web developers with basic programming knowledge of Java script, typescript, react and nextjs.
prerequisites
- Basic programming knowledge
- Familiarity with JavaScript
- Understanding of TypeScript
- Experience with React
- Exposure to Next.js
learning objectives
- Understand the fundamentals of APIs and their role in web development.
- Learn how to interact with RESTful APIs using JavaScript.
- Master the process of sending HTTP requests and handling responses.
- Integrate third-party APIs into React applications with ease.
- Explore the use of TypeScript interfaces for API data handling.
- Gain proficiency in using async/await for API calls in Next.js.
- Develop skills to create and document simple APIs for web applications.
course outline
chapter 1 - Introduction to APIs
- objectives
- Understand what an API is and its purpose in web development.
- Learn about different types of APIs, including RESTful APIs.
- outline
- Definition and purpose of APIs
- Types of APIs: REST, GraphQL, SOAP
- Real-world examples of APIs in action
chapter 2 - HTTP Basics
- objectives
- Gain an understanding of HTTP and its role in API communication.
- Learn about common HTTP methods used in APIs.
- outline
- Overview of the HTTP protocol
- Explanation of HTTP methods: GET, POST, PUT, DELETE
- Headers, status codes, and responses
chapter 3 - Interacting with RESTful APIs
- objectives
- Learn how to send HTTP requests and handle responses in JavaScript.
- Understand the process of integrating APIs in web applications.
- outline
- Setting up a development environment for API calls
- Using JavaScript Fetch API to make requests
- Handling JSON responses and errors
chapter 4 - Working with Third-Party APIs in React
- objectives
- Explore how to integrate third-party APIs into React applications.
- Manage application state when using API data.
- outline
- Setting up a React project for API integration
- Fetching and displaying API data in React components
- Using React state and effects for dynamic data
chapter 5 - Enhancing API Interactions with TypeScript
- objectives
- Learn how to use TypeScript interfaces for managing API data.
- Understand the benefits of typing API responses in TypeScript.
- outline
- Introduction to TypeScript basics for API data handling
- Defining and using interfaces for API responses
- Real-world examples and best practices
chapter 6 - Asynchronous Programming with Async/Await
- objectives
- Gain proficiency in using async/await to handle asynchronous API calls.
- Understand asynchronous programming in JavaScript and Next.js.
- outline
- Overview of asynchronous programming concepts
- Using async/await to simplify API calls
- Integration with Next.js server-side rendering
chapter 7 - Building Your Own APIs
- objectives
- Develop skills to create simple APIs using Node.js and Express.
- Learn how to document and test APIs for web applications.
- outline
- Setting up a Node.js and Express project
- Creating basic API endpoints
- Documenting and testing your API
chapter 8 - Advanced Topics and Best Practices
- objectives
- Explore advanced API topics and best practices.
- Learn about API security and authentication methods.
- outline
- Introduction to API security principles
- Implementing OAuth and API keys for secure APIs
- Best practices for designing scalable and efficient APIs
chapter 9 - Real-World API Projects
- objectives
- Apply the knowledge gained in a real-world project.
- Develop a complete web application using APIs.
- outline
- Project planning and requirement gathering
- Implementing APIs in a live project
- Testing and deploying your API-driven application
chapter 10 - Review and Next Steps
- objectives
- Review the key concepts learned throughout the course.
- Identify areas for further study and professional development.
- outline
- Recap of API fundamentals and use cases
- Suggestions for advanced studies and resources
- Preparing for a career in web development with a focus on APIs