Hello! Can someone please explain the conceptual difference between an API and a Request?
Great question! Let’s break it down using an analogy with your favorite restaurant:
API: Imagine walking into your favorite restaurant and being handed a menu. Each dish on the menu is like an API endpoint, offering specific functionality. Just like a menu provides details about available dishes, an API specifies the functionalities (endpoints) and how to interact with them.
Request: A request is like placing an order based on the menu (API). It’s a specific message sent to an API endpoint, asking for a particular action (parameters). For example, on the menu, you see “Pizza” (endpoint). Your request would specify the type of pizza (Hawaiian, Pepperoni), size (small, medium), and any additional options (extra cheese).
I hope this analogy helps clarify the difference between an API and a Request.
Ah, I see. That clears things up a bit. Thank you for the thoughtful response! 