REST architecture

REST (Representational State Transfer) is an approach for designing networked applications, like websites or apps, that communicate over the internet. It uses standard web protocols (mostly HTTP) and defines rules for how systems interact. In REST, resources (like data or services) are identified by URLs, and actions such as retrieving or updating data are done through simple requests. REST emphasizes stateless interactions, meaning each request contains all the information needed to understand it, making systems scalable and easy to maintain. It’s a common way to build APIs that enable different software to work together smoothly.