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What is Endpoint?

A specific URL where your API receives requests and sends responses

Why It Matters

Endpoints are how other systems interact with your application to get or send data

Real-World Example

POST /api/orders is an endpoint that creates a new order

“Understanding terms like Endpoint matters because it helps you have better conversations with developers and make smarter decisions about your software. You do not need to be technical. You just need to know enough to ask the right questions.”

Callum Holt, Founder, 13Labs

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