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Practical working label — agree its meaning within your project
API Architecture describes the macro‑level layout of an ecosystem’s APIs, including service boundaries, communication patterns, and shared standards. It guides scalability, security, and governance decisions across teams.
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When to use api architecture
Adopt when planning a new platform or refactoring an existing suite of APIs.
A practical example of api architecture
Suppose an organization maps out a layered architecture where edge gateways expose public REST endpoints, internal services use gRPC, and a message bus carries events.
How it applies to Ideoreto
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Key takeaways
- Check that the architecture diagram includes all major service domains.
- Ensure the architecture document references the chosen authentication model.
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