Dev Interrupted The Shift to Agent-Driven API Consumption | Speakeasy’s Sagar Batchu
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Apr 22, 2025 Sagar Batchu, co-founder and CEO of Speakeasy, delves into the intricate relationship between organizational structure and API design. He emphasizes the importance of treating internal APIs as first-class products and discusses how Conway's Law impacts API success. The conversation shifts to the rise of Agent Experience (AX) in an AI-driven landscape, underlining the need for rigorous standards and documentation. Batchu also introduces the Model Context Protocol (MCP), showcasing how prioritizing developer productivity today can pave the way for future AI advancements.
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API Success Starts Internally
- Successful APIs start with organizational excellence and internal ownership.
- API design and governance must be a dedicated responsibility to ensure quality and consistency.
Centralize API Ownership
- Have one centralized API owner or platform team for consistency at scale.
- Enable individual product teams but enforce a unified external API experience.
Improve Internal API Discoverability
- Start internal APIs with strong discovery and cataloging tools.
- Focus on ease of access and development speed to reduce friction for developers.