I’ve been studying up on the writing in API Futures this week. Here are my recommended reads for technical writers or anyone who cares about APIs.
The future of APIs is (still) beginners
(Taylor Barnett-Torabi)
Thinking of beginners is always a good idea, because the beginning is where most of the pain is with using software. Getting customers to implement your API in the first place and to continue to use it depends on the ability to quickly and easily onboard new users.
That's why I agree, but Taylor has a lot more to say about the subject. Be sure to check out the article.
API lint levels
(Lorna Jane Mitchell)
Here's another piece that underscores the necessity of good documentation to the success of an API.
What is the meaning of this? Semantics is the key to successful API/AI integration
(David Biesack)
David has some intriguing thoughts about how AI and APIs will work together.
What The Latest API Job Market Data Predicts
(Matthew Reinbold)
Everyone loves an update on the API job market. This article is fascinating because it shows not only that "API jobs are everywhere," but that there are still more SOAP APIs than GraphQL APIs. Who knew? Check out the numerous interesting findings.
Thank you for sharing your insights, Clarence!