: Prefix your routes (e.g., /v1/feature ) so you can update logic in the future without breaking existing integrations.
: Provide enough info for a developer to fix the issue without leaking sensitive system details (like stack traces). 4. Rate Limiting & Throttling
: Ensure users can only access the specific resources required for that feature. For example, a "User" should not be able to call an "Admin" delete endpoint. 3. Meaningful Error Handling A solid feature doesn't just crash; it fails gracefully. API CheatSquad
Protect your system from being overwhelmed by too many requests, whether intentional (DDoS) or accidental (loops in client code).
Identify who is calling the API and what they are allowed to do. : Prefix your routes (e
: Use correct HTTP status codes (e.g., 400 for bad requests, 401 for unauthorized, 404 for not found).
: Return a 429 Too Many Requests status to tell the client to slow down. 5. Clear Documentation & Versioning Rate Limiting & Throttling : Ensure users can
To write a solid API feature that is secure, scalable, and easy to use, focus on these five core pillars: 1. Robust Input Validation & Sanitization