SE Radio 576: Jens Neuse on Back Ends for Front Ends
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API Composition and Adapters in Building Unified APIs
API composition allows combining multiple APIs into one unified API, providing a single interface for clients. This eliminates the need for clients to understand different protocols and interfaces. The process involves creating a super API by collecting different APIs like GraphQL, REST, and databases. However, instead of exposing the entire super API, adapters are used to cater to specific client needs. This helps in maintaining loose coupling and ensures the contract between the client and BFF remains intact.
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