Courses

Information Technology

Application Programming Interface Overview

Course Code: 01-05-T927

Communication protocols in programming are set when building software and interfaces. Understanding the Application Programing Interface (API) gives you a step up when working with others to determine the next steps or the best way to lay out the interface. Having an overview allows for business decisions that are well rounded and based on understanding.

Finding agile solutions in a technical world and delivering technology projects can be difficult, particularly understanding how different technological elements work together towards a solution. This is the recommended fifth class of the Technical Solutions Delivery Certificate that provides an overview of technological understanding to help in the communication of projects and working relationships.

Class format includes lecture, hands-on exercises, and real-world examples.

Performance Objectives: Upon completion of this course, you should be able to:

  • Outline Application Programming Interface and its relation to the framework.
  • Identify core logic and how it can work.
  • Understand security in the service framework.
  • Compare hosting choices and decentralization.

Recommended Prerequisite: To be successful in this course, you should be familiar with using personal computers, the mouse, and keyboard. You should be able to use Windows to launch and close programs, navigate to information stored on the computer, and manage files and folders.

Competencies Covered: Overall review of technical structure

Intended Audience: This course is ideal for anyone, but especially communications professionals who are involved in the conception of projects. This class is aimed at non-IT professionals to gain an understanding of the IT world.