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API Versioning
Quick Definition
Maintaining multiple API versions for backward compatibility
Full Definition
The practice of maintaining multiple versions of an API to ensure backward compatibility during evolution.
Examples
URL versioning, header versioning, sunset policies
Related Terms
rest-api
api-design
backward-compatibility
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Circuit Breaker
Pattern preventing cascading failures by halting failing requests
Webhook
HTTP callback triggered by specific events
Load Balancing
Distributing traffic across multiple backend servers
Authentication
Verifying user identity before granting access
Backend Development
Building server-side logic, databases, and APIs
Rate Limiting
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