API Integration Trends for 2023
Technology is ever-changing and every day new advancements arrive in the IT sector. However, there are some technologies which are constantly used by many businesses for growth and improved flexibility. One such technology is Application Programming Interfaces (APIs).
API-based integration is the connection between two or more devices, applications, or systems which allows them to exchange data. API integration helps organizations maintain data synchronization, enhance productivity, and grow revenue.
APIs contribute to company value in several ways. With APIs, business can do a lot.
- Increased Efficiency: Automate several processes, develop, and manage products
- Enhanced UX: Optimize products and services
- Cost Efficiency: Save money and time
2023 API Integration Trends
1. API Security Features
The rapid adoption of APIs creates potential holes for attackers to probe and exploit. With many connections opening up multiple pathways to data breaches, API platforms are responding by offering advanced API security measures such as authentication (AuthN), authorization (AuthZ), and rate-limiting policies. API products that provide security threat analysis will also gain traction.
2. Hyperconnectivity with Internet of Things
APIs will improve the Internet of Things (IoT). From payments to geolocation, more lightweight and resource-aware protocols will need to be implemented, paving the way for companies of all sizes to innovate and capture new market share.
3. Microservices Development and Platform Integration
Microservices are becoming more common. Similarly, containerized environments and orchestration with Kubernetes have become more common. As more businesses adopt these technologies, they will need API management solutions that can run in a Kubernetes environment and connect to a wide range of composable enterprise tools.
4. Addition of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) advancements have had little impact on most businesses thus far. Despite significant progress, businesses are still too focused on hybrid cloud, multi-cloud, and microservices solutions to consider AI and ML. However, AI and ML are evolving at a rapid pace and thanks to APIs, accessing the potential of these technologies is becoming increasingly simple.
5. Serverless Architecture
APIs provide infrastructures on which other software can build and serverless architecture is just one of the many resources an API can provide. Serverless architecture includes cloud-based assets that enable applications and services without on-premises servers. Businesses can then concentrate on developing products without worrying about server maintenance.
6. Developer Experience Prioritized
API creators are beginning to prioritize the developer experience (DX) – the user experience for developers – because developers are the primary consumers of API products. With more API entrants making the space more competitive, API businesses are working hard to differentiate themselves and appeal to developers by providing seamless experiences, engaging API interfaces, more comprehensive developer portals, easy onboarding, and better support.
