Developer Dictionary
Endpoint
Definition
One end of a communication channel, typically an API URL.
Deep Dive
In the context of web services and APIs (Application Programming Interfaces), an Endpoint refers to a specific URL (Uniform Resource Locator) where an API can be accessed by a client application. It represents a particular resource or a function that is available for interaction, allowing different software systems to communicate and exchange data. Each endpoint typically corresponds to a specific operation or data entity that the server provides, such as retrieving a list of users or submitting a new order.
Examples & Use Cases
- 1`api.example.com/users` for retrieving a list of all users
- 2`api.example.com/products/123` for accessing details of a specific product with ID 123
- 3A webhook URL configured to receive automated notifications from a third-party service
Related Terms
APIRESTMicroservices