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Mastering RESTful Web Services with Java

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Mastering RESTful Web Services with Java

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

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1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
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Learn at your own pace
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

Recommended experience

1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Design clean, modular REST APIs that support real-world business workflows

  • Implement secure authentication and authorization using modern identity standards

  • Apply performance optimization techniques to enhance API reliability and scalability

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September 2026

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13 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 12 modules in this course

This module provides a comprehensive overview of RESTful architecture, covering its core principles, design patterns, and practical applications. Learners will gain insight into how RESTful APIs are structured, the importance of guidelines in API development, and how to evaluate alternative approaches to web service design.

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1 video5 readings1 assignment

This module covers the design and implementation of RESTful APIs using Spring Boot, including resource identification, HTTP methods, error handling, and exception management. Learners will gain practical skills in building scalable and robust APIs while understanding best practices for handling HTTP status codes and validation.

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1 video8 readings1 assignment

This module teaches how to create clear and effective API documentation using tools like Swagger, OpenAPI, and JSON Schema. Learners will gain practical skills in structuring API responses, using annotations, and leveraging the Swagger UI for interactive documentation. The focus is on improving developer experience and ensuring API consistency.

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1 video4 readings1 assignment

This module covers the process of generating code from an OpenAPI specification, including defining API endpoints, setting up security, and integrating with existing services. Learners will gain hands-on experience with code generation tools and understanding of API design principles. The content also includes practical implementation steps for building a functional Order Management API.

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1 video8 readings1 assignment

This module covers essential strategies for managing API evolution, including versioning techniques, backward compatibility, and practical implementation. Learners will gain skills in designing stable APIs that can adapt to changing requirements without disrupting existing clients. It also explores testing and validation methods to ensure smooth API transitions.

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1 video5 readings1 assignment

This module equips learners with advanced techniques for designing and implementing robust RESTful APIs, focusing on scalability, reliability, and performance under real-world conditions. It covers essential concepts like pagination, filtering, file handling, and resilience strategies such as retry mechanisms, rate limiting, and circuit breakers. Learners will gain practical skills to build efficient and secure API systems.

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1 video14 readings1 assignment

This module provides a comprehensive overview of securing RESTful APIs, including understanding common vulnerabilities, implementing authentication and authorization mechanisms, and utilizing tools to identify and manage security risks in software development.

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1 video9 readings1 assignment

This module explores modern API testing strategies, including AI-enhanced approaches, prompt engineering, and practical test scenarios. Learners will gain skills in using tools like Postman and Bruno, adopting an agile mindset, and creating effective test prompts for real-world APIs.

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1 video6 readings1 assignment

This module covers essential techniques for monitoring and improving the observability of RESTful services. Learners will gain hands-on knowledge of structured logging, distributed tracing, and tools like Micrometer and OpenTelemetry. The module also explores best practices for debugging, logging, and visualizing performance data in distributed systems.

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1 video11 readings1 assignment

This module focuses on techniques to improve API performance and scalability, covering strategies like caching, virtual threads, load testing, and efficient data handling. Learners will gain practical skills in identifying performance bottlenecks and implementing optimization solutions.

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1 video9 readings1 assignment

This module introduces learners to alternative Java frameworks for building RESTful APIs, including Jakarta EE, MicroProfile, and reactive approaches. It covers the technical differences between imperative and reactive programming styles, and provides practical examples using Quarkus and Helidon. Learners will gain insights into selecting the right framework based on project requirements.

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1 video6 readings1 assignment

This module covers essential strategies for deploying Java RESTful APIs, including configuration management, health checks, containerization with Docker, and considerations for cloud platforms like AWS Elastic Beanstalk. Learners will gain practical skills to ensure their APIs are reliable, scalable, and ready for production environments.

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1 video7 readings2 assignments

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