PHP UK Conference 2013 - Dave Ingram - API Design: It's Not Rocket Surgery

This talk focuses on the complexities of building APIs beyond the basics of REST, emphasizing that effective API design requires more than just resource-centric URL structuring and the appropriate use of HTTP verbs. The speaker discusses essential topics, including RESTful principles, metadata handling, and the often-overlooked aspect of documentation. By understanding these fundamentals, participants can plan their API designs effectively before coding begins, ultimately delivering a robust and flexible API that enhances user experience and fosters ecosystem growth. The insights shared stem from the speaker's extensive experience as both an API consumer and creator.