APIs, or Application Programming Interfaces, have become an essential component of modern software development. They serve as the communication medium that enables different software components to interact with each other and allows for business data integration. In particular, APIs have become increasingly important for interacting with databases, like Microsoft’s SQL Server, by providing a structured way to read and manipulate data. Developing APIs for SQL Server or MySQL databases manually can be a complex and time-consuming task, particularly when dealing with large and complex databases ..read more

A SQL injection attack is an attempt to modify the syntax of a SQL query executed in conjunction with a user-initiated action within a software application. Some examples of user-initiated actions include searching for a product within an e-commerce catalog, adding a comment to a blog post, and creating a new user account. In each of these scenarios, the user uses a form to submit input (e.g. a search term, email address, etc.), and that input is ultimately passed to a SQL query, often by way of an API call. For instance, when creating a new user account, the user might complete and submit a ..read more

REST and SOAP are two critical web services technologies that revolutionize how businesses use APIs. Since APIs are so common, it’s important to test them regularly to find vulnerabilities or potential operating problems within the web service. Testing a SOAP web service or a REST web service can seem daunting, but various platforms help you properly monitor and test your API solutions. Before going through the technical process of testing a web service, it’s worth taking the time to understand the basics of SOAP and REST APIs and some other essential terms. This article will explain SOAP vs ..read more

The evolution of APIs (application programming interfaces) has been all the hype in recent years. In many ways, they’re powering the modern internet as they open doors to organizations and developers around the globe. Data shows that 98% of enterprise leaders believe APIs are essential for survival concerning digital transformation, yet most struggle to develop a comprehensive rollout strategy.  The reasons businesses need APIs are vast, ranging from quicker app development to improved security — but how do you know which API to invest in?  REST and GraphQL are terms that are often ..read more

Snowflake has been making headlines lately, having reported $1.1 billion in revenue for the fiscal year ending Jan. 31, 2022—that’s 106% growth year-on-year. But while this data warehousing solution might be a good investment for traders, that doesn’t answer the simple question: “What is Snowflake?” Table of Contents: What is Snowflake? Why Should You Move Data to Snowflake? Snowflake Features Pros and Cons of Snowflake Snowflake Reviews Getting Started with Snowflake and DreamFactory Frequently Asked Questions Generate a full-featured, documented, and secure REST API in min ..read more

G2’s new API generation category is revolutionizing the world of API development. In this article, we explore the significance of the category, the benefits of DreamFactory’s API generation solutions, and what this means for business. Key Takeaways: G2 emphasizes API generation’s rising significance Platform: time-saving, seamless integrations, security, scalability G2’s API category helps evaluate, compare solutions effectively Users urged to share DreamFactory experiences on G2 Company focuses on innovation, leading API generation space What is DreamFactory? DreamFactory is a company that ..read more

Self-hosted software is also called on-premises software and refers to an open-source application installed and maintained by a person or an enterprise employing their private web servers. Self-hosted software allows complete control over your infrastructure and data but requires more effort to manage, maintain, and secure. Many web apps you use on a daily basis, such as Google Docs and Gmail, are run on a third-party server. The server hosts the application when you want to use it, and you can then access it on a browser.  However, when it comes to self-hosted solutions, they run on the ..read more

The terms RESTful API and Microservices go hand-in-hand when building a microservices-based application. Nevertheless, they refer to very different things. The easiest way to understand the difference between RESTful APIs and microservices is like this: Microservices: The individual services and functions – or building blocks – that form a larger microservices-based application. RESTful APIs: The rules, routines, commands, and protocols – or the glue – that integrates the individual microservices, so they function as a single application. Generate a full-featured, documented, and secure RE ..read more

The microapp trend is on the rise! In the approximately two years since joining the DreamFactory team, I’d estimate I’ve conversed with more than one thousand companies about their API-based projects. These conversations provide a great opportunity to peer inside the IT operations of organizations large and small, not to mention pick up on emerging technology trends. Regarding the latter, over the course of the past year or so two trends have become strikingly clear: the first is that companies of all sizes are gravitating to identity and access management service provider Okta. Second, a tit ..read more

Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources (FHIR) is a groundbreaking standard in the healthcare industry, designed to facilitate seamless data exchange between various systems. With the increasing demand for interoperability and efficient communication, Hl7 v2 FHIR-compliant APIs (application programming interfaces) have become an essential tool for healthcare providers and organizations to transfer health information from provider to provider. In this article, we’ll delve into the intricacies of FHIR and offer a comprehensive guide to building FHIR-compliant APIs that help enhance patient c ..read more