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The difference between a good and bad API often comes down to onboarding. Just ask [@levelsio](https://x.com/levelsio/status/1853774638473437451), who compared xAI and Google Gemini's APIs:
While xAI needed only an API key, Google Gemini required multiple sign-ups, portal logins, andcomplex installation steps. For enterprise teams, inconsistent authentication across endpoints or juggling multiple keys can be equally frustrating.
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The foundation of great developer experience is a well-designed, intuitive API. No amount of documentation or tooling can compensate for an overcomplicated API design.
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REST is *almost* always the right choice for an API. While alternatives like [GraphQL](https://graphql.org/) offer powerful features, they also introduce complexity that most applications don't need. Unless there are specific use-cases that demand more flexibility, stick with REST - it's well-understood, widely supported, and gets the job done.
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RESTis_almost_ always the right choice for an API. While alternatives like [GraphQL](https://graphql.org/) offer powerful features, they also introduce complexity that most applications don't need. Unless there are specific use-cases that demand more flexibility, stick with REST - it's well-understood, widely supported, and gets the job done.
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Remember, most people don't need the engineering patterns used by tech giants. Start simple, and only add complexity when real usage demands it. The goal is to make life easier for developers, not to just to have fun playing around with the latest architectural patterns.
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