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The API Lifecycle

Course 1 of 6 in Architect Learning Path

Learn about the most common areas of the API lifecycle and what to expect in the API Producer Learning Path

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About this module

In this module, you will learn about:

  • The most common areas of the API lifecycle seen across Postman’s global users
  • What to expect in the API Producer Learning Path

Chapters20 mins

  • The API lifecycle
  • API Producer lifecycle overview
  • The API Producer Learning Path
  • Learning path overview
  • Test your knowledge
  • Quiz: API Producer Lifecycle
  • Wrapping up
  • Resources
  • Recap

About this module

In this module, you will learn about:

  • The most common areas of the API lifecycle seen across Postman’s global users
  • What to expect in the API Producer Learning Path

Chapters20 mins

  • The API lifecycle
  • API Producer lifecycle overview
  • The API Producer Learning Path
  • Learning path overview
  • Test your knowledge
  • Quiz: API Producer Lifecycle
  • Wrapping up
  • Resources
  • Recap
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