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Language Binding APIs

Language binding APIs are a type of API that enables the use of libraries or services written in one programming language to be used in another language, by mapping the features and capabilities of one language to an interface implemented in another language. This allows for increased flexibility and interoperability in software development.

intermediate
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Language Binding APIs are essential tools that enable different programming languages to communicate and work together. They allow developers to leverage existing libraries and services, promoting code reuse and enhancing interoperability. Understanding how to create and implement these bindings is ...

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Key Terms

API
A set of rules that allows different software applications to communicate.

Example: A weather API provides weather data to applications.

Language Binding
A mechanism that allows code written in one programming language to be called from another.

Example: Using Python to call a C++ library.

Interoperability
The ability of different systems to work together.

Example: A web service that can be accessed by multiple programming languages.

Library
A collection of pre-written code that developers can use to perform common tasks.

Example: A graphics library for rendering images.

Endpoint
A specific URL where an API can be accessed.

Example: GET /api/users retrieves user data.

JSON
A lightweight data interchange format that is easy for humans to read and write.

Example: { 'name': 'John', 'age': 30 }

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Key Concepts

InteroperabilityAPILanguage BindingCode Reuse