REST vs. GraphQL: Choosing the Right API Design Paradigm

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Effective API design is crucial for building scalable and maintainable applications. This article compares two dominant API design paradigms: REST (Representational State Transfer), a widely adopted architectural style based on standard HTTP methods, and GraphQL, a query language for APIs that allows clients to request exactly the data they need. Explore their differences, benefits, drawbacks, and best-fit scenarios for your API development.