What is an API? (Applicant Programming Interface)
An API (Application Programming Interface) is a set of rules and protocols that allow different software applications to communicate with each other. It acts as a bridge between systems, enabling data and functionality to be shared seamlessly without users needing direct access to the underlying code.
1. Data exchange between systems:
An API allows information to be shared between different applications, such as a website and a database or an ATS and a career site.
2. Automation and integration:
By using APIs, businesses can automate processes, such as automatically syncing job listings between a recruitment website and an external job board.
3. Expanding functionalities:
APIs enable developers to add new features to existing systems without having to rebuild them entirely, such as integrating a third-party job alert service.
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