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Category: Technical Terms
REST API is a standard way for different software programs to communicate over the internet.
REST uses familiar web concepts. GET retrieves data, POST sends data, PUT updates data, DELETE removes data. It's like browsing websites but for software.
Most AI services offer REST APIs because they're simple and reliable.
REST APIs let you add AI features to any application. Send a text message to OpenAI's REST API and get back a chatbot response.
Understanding REST APIs opens up thousands of AI tools and services.
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