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ENABALING API

PRESENTATION BY,
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Introduction
 Definition of API:
APIs are sets of rules and protocols that allow different software applications to communicate
with each other. They define the methods and data structures that developers can use to
interact with external software components, operating systems, and microservices.
 Importance of APIs in Cloud Computing:
 APIs are crucial in cloud computing as they provide a standardized way to interact with cloud
services. They enable the integration of various cloud-based applications and services,
facilitating the development of complex and scalable solutions.
 APIs allow different systems and applications to work together seamlessly, regardless of the
underlying technology.
Fundamentals of Cloud Computing
Definition of Cloud Computing:
Cloud computing is the delivery of computing services, such as servers, storage,
databases, networking, software, over the internet ("the cloud").

Characteristics:
• On-demand self-service.
• Broad network access.
• Resource pooling.
• Rapid elasticity.
• Measured service.
Role of APIs in Cloud Computing
APIs as a Bridge:
◦ Connecting Different Software Applications:
APIs act as a communication bridge between different software systems, allowing them to share data and
functionalities. This is crucial for building interconnected cloud services and applications.

Enhancing Interoperability and Integration:


◦ Facilitating Communication and Data Exchange:
APIs enable different cloud services to work together, regardless of the platform or language they are built
on. This interoperability is essential for integrating various cloud components into a cohesive system.
Types of Cloud APIs
Infrastructure APIs:
• Managing Virtualized Resources: Infrastructure APIs allow users to manage and automate the
provisioning, scaling, and management of virtualized computing resources.
• Examples: AWS EC2, Google Compute Engine

Platform APIs:
• Development and Deployment Environments: Platform APIs provide tools and environments to
develop, test, and deploy applications.
• Examples: Google App Engine, AWS Elastic Beanstalk

Software APIs:
• Interacting with Cloud-Based Software Services: Software APIs enable interaction with various
cloud-based software applications and services.
• Examples: Salesforce, Google Workspace
Enabling APIs in Cloud Environments
API Gateway:
• Single Entry Point for API Requests: An API gateway acts as a single entry point for
all client requests to your APIs.
• Functions: Request routing, rate limiting, load balancing, security
• Request Routing: Directs incoming API requests to the appropriate service.
• Rate Limiting: Controls the number of requests a client can make in a given period.
• Load Balancing: Distributes incoming requests across multiple instances of a service to ensure
availability and performance.
• Security: Enforces security policies, such as authentication and encryption.
Conclusion

•Common Challenges:
Security risks, scalability issues, performance bottlenecks, complexity in management,
integration difficulties, and documentation shortcomings.
•Solutions and Best Practices:
Adopting strong security measures, ensuring scalability and performance optimization,
using API management tools, maintaining comprehensive documentation
and following standardized protocols.
THANK YOU

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