Mattermost API
Mattermost API is a RESTful and WebSocket-based interface for programmatically interacting with Mattermost, an open-source, self-hostable messaging and collaboration platform. It allows developers to automate tasks, integrate external systems, build custom bots, and extend the functionality of Mattermost servers. The API provides access to core features such as users, channels, posts, files, and team management.
Developers should learn the Mattermost API when building integrations for team communication workflows, creating automation tools for DevOps or IT operations, or developing custom bots for notifications and alerts. It's particularly useful in enterprise environments where self-hosted, secure messaging is required, enabling seamless connection with CI/CD pipelines, monitoring systems, or internal tools.