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GOTO - The Brightest Minds in Tech
Decoding Modern Tech: Cloud, APIs, Wasm, Security, & More • Daniel Bryant & Matt Turner
Mar 15, 2024
Two cloud native experts discuss the shifting role of APIs, platform engineering, and the potential of Wasm in modern tech. They touch on API gateways, platform evolution, Docker's impact on developer experience, WebAssembly advancements, API architecture, and continuous education methods.
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- API gateways are crucial for managing traffic in cloud-native environments, evolving beyond REST APIs to handle various protocols and paths.
- Developers can benefit from having mechanical sympathy by understanding underlying layers of abstraction for better system efficiency.
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Understanding API Gateway
An API gateway serves as a key component in managing traffic, especially North-South traffic and ingress traffic in cloud-native environments. Initially focused on API management and traffic control for REST APIs, it has evolved to handle various protocols and paths. While terminology may vary, the core function remains directing user traffic to backend systems. It acts as a layer for adding security features like WAF, bot blocking, and rate limiting.
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