- What are APIs?
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Your recommended route is...
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A bridge between data systems
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Knowledge check
- Where are APIs used?
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When can APIs be used?
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Read by humans and machines
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Data stored in one place and used in many places
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Knowledge check
- APIs in industries and businesses
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APIs in industries and businesses
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APIs and data platforms
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APIs and sharing data
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APIs and microservices
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Who can access an API?
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Which systems should have an API?
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APIs and other integrations
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Check your knowledge
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Feedback
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End of course
APIs and Integrations
This course introduces you to Application Programming Interfaces (APIs).
Welcome to APIs and Integrations!
The use of data and functions between different systems is called integrations. You typically integrate data using Application Programming Interfaces (APIs). In this course, you will learn about APIs and their importance. You will see how websites and apps use APIs, and how APIs are used in industries and businesses to give better overviews, improve operational efficiency, and stimulate innovation.
Learning objectives
- Understand the term API.
- Know where APIs can be used in industries and businesses.
Who should take this course?
Anyone interested in learning more about the basic concepts of APIs and integrations.
This course is independent, but also part of the learning path Industrial Data Fundamentals. We recommend that you take all courses from the Industrial Data Fundamentals series and take the final test to receive a certificate of completion.
Instructor
Cognite Academy and Digital Norway have developed this course. Instructors from Cognite Academy are available to assist with all queries.
Knowledge prerequisites
None.
Technical prerequisites
None.