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      Packt

      Security Fundamentals & Network Automation

      Skills you'll gain: Ansible, Puppet (Configuration Management Tool), Software-Defined Networking, Network Security, Network Administration, Security Awareness, Threat Modeling, Chef (Configuration Management Tool), Information Systems Security, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), JSON, Authentications, Computer Networking, Network Architecture, Authorization (Computing), Automation, Configuration Management, Application Programming Interface (API)

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Accélérer l'échange de connaissances avec Agentspace

      Skills you'll gain: Google Workspace, Application Performance Management, Enterprise Application Management, Productivity Software, OAuth, Cloud Applications, Identity and Access Management, Application Deployment, System Monitoring, Application Programming Interface (API), AI Personalization, Data Store, Search Engine Marketing

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      PowerShell Skills

      Skills you'll gain: Windows PowerShell, Scripting, IT Automation, Command-Line Interface, System Configuration, File Management, Software Installation, Development Environment, Configuration Management

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      ASP.NET Core MVC [.NET 8] - The Complete Guide

      Skills you'll gain: ASP.NET, Model View Controller, .NET Framework, Application Deployment, Order Management, Authorization (Computing), Object-Relational Mapping, Data Store, User Accounts, Database Management, Authentications, Full-Stack Web Development, Order Processing, Web Development, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Microsoft Azure, User Interface (UI), Software Architecture, E-Commerce, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google Cloud

      借助 Agentspace 加速知识交流

      Skills you'll gain: Google Workspace, Collaborative Software, Application Deployment, Knowledge Transfer, Generative AI Agents, OAuth, API Gateway, Enterprise Application Management, Data Integration, Information Architecture, Operational Efficiency, Data Store, Identity and Access Management, Authentications

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Flutter & Dart - Complete App Development Course

      Skills you'll gain: Flutter (Software), Mobile Development, User Interface (UI), JSON, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, UI Components, Cross Platform Development, iOS Development, Maintainability, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Database Development, Microsoft Visual Studio, Development Environment, Databases, Application Development, Interactive Data Visualization, Debugging, Data Storage Technologies, Programming Principles, Computer Programming

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Network Fundamentals & Cisco Platform Development

      Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, TCP/IP, OSI Models, General Networking, IT Automation, Network Administration, Network Monitoring, Software-Defined Networking, Network Routing, Computer Networking, Network Infrastructure, Network Architecture, Scripting, Network Protocols, Application Programming Interface (API)

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Generative AI & Governmental Financial Reporting

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Scalability, Large Language Modeling, Governmental Accounting, Unstructured Data, Financial Data, Generative AI, Accounting, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Robotic Process Automation, Data Processing, Automation, Application Programming Interface (API), Decision Making, User Interface (UI)

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Acelere a troca de conhecimento com o Agentspace

      Skills you'll gain: Google Workspace, OAuth, Data Access, Productivity Software, Enterprise Application Management, Application Deployment, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Application Programming Interface (API), AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Information Architecture, Performance Metric, Generative AI, Data Security

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Develop an ASP.NET Core web app that consumes an API

      Skills you'll gain: ASP.NET, C# (Programming Language), Microsoft Visual Studio, Application Programming Interface (API), Web Development Tools, Restful API, Microsoft Azure, Web Applications, Application Development, Development Environment

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Cloud Natural Language API: Qwik Start

      Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Text Mining, Natural Language Processing, Cloud API, Unstructured Data, Analysis

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Google Cloud

      Organizational Change and Culture for Adopting Google Cloud

      Skills you'll gain: Business Transformation, Site Reliability Engineering, Innovation, Digital Transformation, Serverless Computing, DevOps, Application Programming Interface (API), Technology Strategies, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Safety Culture, Data Strategy, Organizational Change, Change Management, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Computing, Culture Transformation, Google Cloud Platform, People Management, Management Training And Development, CI/CD

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular api courses

    • Security Fundamentals & Network Automation: Packt
    • Accélérer l'échange de connaissances avec Agentspace: Google Cloud
    • PowerShell Skills: Packt
    • ASP.NET Core MVC [.NET 8] - The Complete Guide: Packt
    • 借助 Agentspace 加速知识交流: Google Cloud
    • Flutter & Dart - Complete App Development Course: Packt
    • Network Fundamentals & Cisco Platform Development: Packt
    • Generative AI & Governmental Financial Reporting: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
    • Acelere a troca de conhecimento com o Agentspace: Google Cloud
    • Develop an ASP.NET Core web app that consumes an API: Microsoft

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Api

    Understanding your goal, whether for developing applications, integrating services, or learning more about software interactions, will guide your learning of APIs. Regular practice with API documentation, development, and testing is crucial. Join developer communities like Stack Overflow or GitHub for troubleshooting and collaboration. Work on real projects like creating or consuming APIs. Coursera’s API Design and Fundamentals of Google Cloud's Apigee API Platform by Google Cloud is a valuable resource to start with.‎

    API courses cover a variety of topics essential for understanding and developing Application Programming Interfaces (APIs). These include the basics of API concepts, RESTful API design, and HTTP protocols. Learners will explore topics such as authentication and authorization, API documentation, and versioning. Advanced courses might cover areas like building APIs with various programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, JavaScript), GraphQL, and microservices architecture. Practical exercises and projects help learners apply these concepts to real-world scenarios, enhancing their ability to design, develop, and manage APIs effectively.‎

    Choosing the right API course depends on your current skill level and career aspirations. Beginners should look for courses that cover the basics of RESTful API design, HTTP protocols, and introductory programming skills. Those with some experience might benefit from intermediate courses focusing on advanced API development techniques, security practices, and API documentation tools like Swagger. Advanced learners or professionals seeking specialized knowledge might consider courses on microservices architecture, GraphQL, or preparing for roles in backend development and system integration. Reviewing course content, instructor expertise, and learner feedback can help ensure the course aligns with your goals.‎

    A certificate in API development can open up various career opportunities in software development, IT, and technology consulting. Common roles include API developer, backend developer, integration engineer, and software architect. These positions involve designing and developing APIs, ensuring seamless integration between systems, and optimizing API performance. With the growing importance of APIs in enabling software interoperability and driving digital transformation, earning a certificate in API development can significantly enhance your career prospects and opportunities for advancement in fields such as web development, cloud computing, fintech, and enterprise software.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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