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Kong Konnect: A Developer's Guide

In this guide, Viktor Gamov (Principle Developer Advocate at Kong) will dive into the power of Kong Konnect, the SaaS managed control plane for Kong Gateway designed for seamless API management. We’ll explore how to use Kong Konnect to configure external services, enable application registration, configure Dev Portal, use credentials to manage services access, and replicate configurations across different environments with just a few clicks. Let’s get started!

EP1: Abstracting Away the Problem

Join us in this captivating episode as we explore the power of abstractions in software systems, how they simplify complex concepts, and revolutionize the way we build and understand technology. Prepare to be inspired by the influential abstractions that have shaped the tech world. We'll discuss historical examples like abstract data types, relational databases, and Kubernetes, highlighting their transformative impact. Don't miss out on this enlightening discussion!

Modernizing API Development With Code Automation

APIs have revolutionized how businesses interact with their customers and partners. By providing a simple, standardized interface, APIs allow companies to expose their functionality as services that anyone can access. However, managing and maintaining APIs can be a time-consuming and expensive process. Automating the code generation and testing processes can help reduce costs while improving quality and consistency.

End-to-End API Monetization with .NET, Stripe, and Moesif

Many API developers and companies struggle to find ways to easily set up systems to monetize their APIs. Some are simple but not customizable, some are complex and require massive engineering effort to actually get it all running. To make things easier, Moesif created a feature a few months ago called Billing Meters which gives massive customizability but with a minimal amount of code and engineering effort.

Your Test Suite is Not Complete Without Visual Tests

Test engineers may recall the fateful day when they confidently deployed the latest version of their application after their functional UI test suite gave the green light. But within hours, bug reports began detailing a mysterious UI element missing for some users but appearing for others. The culprit: a poorly written CSS media query invisible to your test suite.

Top Payment Gateway APIs for Developers

Welcome to the fascinating world of Payment APIs! Imagine you're a budding entrepreneur with a brilliant idea for an online store. You want to offer a seamless payment experience to your customers, ensuring smooth credit card transactions and hassle-free order tracking. But where do you start? That's where Payment APIs come into play! Now, let me ask you a question: Have you ever purchased something online using your credit card? Of course, you have!

Understanding API Calls: A Comprehensive Overview

Application Programming Interface (API), is like a hidden gateway that holds the key to unlocking a world of interconnected possibilities. An API acts as the intermediary software that sends a request to a server and subsequently transmits the server's response back to the client. It acts as a secret passage connecting various software systems, enabling them to communicate, collaborate, and exchange information seamlessly.

Self-Hosted Software: Best Practices for Secure and Reliable Deployment

Many organizations power business operations with self-hosted software. Self-hosted or on-premise software runs on a server owned by you or your organization, whereas a software-as-a-service (SaaS) provider manages deployed software using cloud services. The responsibility to install and maintain self-hosted software lies with the user.