Backwards-Compatibility

API Versioning and Backward Compatibility APIs evolve over time. When teams publish updates, they need to balance progress with reliability. A clear versioning plan helps developers know when a change is backward compatible and when they should adjust their code. Backward compatibility means existing clients keep working after a new release. If you remove a field or rename an endpoint without notice, apps can break and trust drops. Plan changes with care and provide guidance. ...

API Design: Usability, Security, and Versioning A good API is a contract between a provider and its users. It should be easy to learn, hard to break, and clear about how it evolves. When usability, security, and versioning are aligned, developers can build confidently and teams can ship changes with less risk. This article shares practical ideas you can apply today. Usability Usability means the API is intuitive and reliable. Clear structure and helpful docs save time for developers. ...