Batch API Calls
Batch API calls is a software development technique where multiple API requests are grouped into a single request to improve performance and reduce network overhead. It involves sending a collection of operations in one HTTP call instead of making individual requests for each operation. This approach is commonly used in RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and other web services to optimize data fetching and updates.
Developers should use batch API calls when dealing with high-latency networks, mobile applications with limited bandwidth, or scenarios requiring multiple related operations, such as bulk data imports, real-time dashboards, or e-commerce checkout processes. It reduces server load, minimizes connection overhead, and can significantly speed up applications by cutting down on round-trip times between client and server.