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Every public object needs an API

Every public object needs an API

Rahul Gonsalves

April 03, 2012
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  1. “every public object needs an api” Used 137 times today.

    Closed for repairs. Uncleared since 13 Feb
  2. An API, or application programming interface is an interface implemented

    by a software program that enables it to interact with other software.
  3. ” “Any discrete object in the common spatial domain, intended

    for the use and enjoyment of the general public. Any artifact located in or bounding upon public rights-of-way. Any discrete object which is de facto shared by and accessible to the public, regardless of its ownership or original intention. - Adam Green fi eld
  4. ” “It’s not just about having an IP address -

    it’s not about a digital identity; it’s about queryability.
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