OpenAPI Initiative

The OpenAPI Initiative is a collaborative organization that develops standards for describing and documenting RESTful APIs (application programming interfaces). An API is like a digital handshake that allows different software systems to communicate. The OpenAPI standard provides a clear, structured way to specify how APIs work, making it easier for developers to build, share, and maintain software integrations. By promoting a common language for API descriptions, the initiative helps improve compatibility, reduces errors, and streamlines development across different platforms and teams.