Roy T. Fielding

Roy T. Fielding is a computer scientist best known for developing the Representational State Transfer (REST) architectural style, which guides how web systems communicate efficiently. REST principles help create scalable, reliable, and easy-to-maintain web services by standardizing how computers exchange data over the internet. Fielding's work has significantly influenced modern web development, enabling the smooth functioning of countless online applications and services we rely on daily. His contributions provide a foundation for designing systems that are flexible and interoperable across diverse platforms and technologies.