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August 17, 2016 17 Aug'16
SmartBear SOAPS up for RESTful API cleanup

Imagine if every PhD dissertation resulted in something that changed the world asks SmartBear Software. The hugely developer-centric company is known for its products that work for code review, API ...
May 19, 2016 19 May'16
Taking a new look at security in RESTful API design

REST appears to be sure-handedly winning the API war with SOAP, so it's time to start learning about REST security. We explore this protocol's latest security developments.
January 22, 2014 22 Jan'14
Don't miss the API development train: How to stay ahead of the curve

Experts share their insights on API development and what architects can do to keep track of the evolving technology.
December 07, 2011 07 Dec'11
ESBs and integration – Looking back on 2011 and forward to 2012

2011 was a year of growth and development for the enterprise service bus (ESB). SearchSOA.com probed some players to get a sense of the year in ESBs.

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Document your APIs and keep them simple

How can developers make an open API easy to use and understand? Continue Reading
Read and write considerations when designing APIs

This is the third installment of a four-part series offering enterprise architects advice for designing APIs. Continue Reading
Making REST, SOAP, API mashup choices

Expert Amy Reichert discusses API mashups, REST and SOAP. Continue Reading

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How does the Devil's Ivy bug compromise security cameras?

The Devil's Ivy bug affects millions of internet-connected security cameras. Expert Judith Myerson explains how the exploit works and what can be done to prevent it. Continue Reading
What the future of RESTful API design holds for developers

RESTful APIs are slowly being regarded as superior to service-oriented architectures. But what does that mean for architects and developers? Tom Nolle offers his take. Continue Reading
Exploring IBM API Management, middleware for app integration

IBM API Management, in the cloud or on premises, is application integration middleware that allows developers to subscribe to, publish, design, control and secure APIs. Continue Reading

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Don't let poor IoT security turn your devices against you

As we wait for IoT device manufacturers to establish a viable push firmware update model, consumers must be hyper-vigilant to maintain IoT security. Continue Reading
Salesforce1 Platform: A mobile app development tool

The Salesforce1 Platform features several integrated development environments for the creation of enterprise-level Android and iOS mobile applications. Continue Reading
How API testing is evolving as a regular part of application development

Whether it is obvious in an organization or not, API testing exists. Learn why API testing is necessary in the application world. Continue Reading

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REST vs. SOAP: Choosing the best web service

SOAP and REST offer different methods to invoke a web service. Learn the variations between the two approaches, including integration concerns and client choices. Continue Reading
A simple approach to system integration testing

In complex application architectures, where many applications interconnect and depend on each other, how do you tackle system integration testing? Continue Reading
REST vs. SOAP: A retail use case comparison

In the REST vs. SOAP use case debate, the decision is affected by performance and reliability considerations. Continue Reading