Programming Interfaces

A Programming Interface, often called an API (Application Programming Interface), is a set of rules and tools that allows different software applications to communicate with each other. Think of it like a restaurant menu: it provides a list of dishes you can order, along with instructions on how to request them. Similarly, an API specifies what data or functions a program can use from another program, making it easier for developers to integrate different services or features without needing to understand the underlying code. This simplifies the development process and allows for the creation of more complex software.