API vs CLI

Developers should learn APIs to build interoperable software, integrate third-party services (like payment gateways or social media), and create microservices architectures meets developers should learn cli for tasks like server administration, file manipulation, version control (e. Here's our take.

API

Nice Pick

Developers should learn APIs to build interoperable software, integrate third-party services (like payment gateways or social media), and create microservices architectures

Pros

• They are essential for web development, mobile apps, and cloud-based systems where data exchange between components is required
• Related to: rest-api, graphql

Cons

• Specific tradeoffs depend on your use case

CLI

Developers should learn CLI for tasks like server administration, file manipulation, version control (e

Pros

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• Related to: bash, git

Cons

• Specific tradeoffs depend on your use case

The Verdict

These tools serve different purposes. API is a concept while CLI is a tool. We picked API based on overall popularity, but your choice depends on what you're building.

The Bottom Line

API wins

Based on overall popularity. API is more widely used, but CLI excels in its own space.