API Intersection

- Just a note, folks- this episode marks our final episode of API Intersection. In late 2023, Stoplight was involved in a merger with SmartBear, and as our teams focus on bringing Stoplight and Swaggerhub together, it requires our full attention. We've decided to place the show on hold indefinitely. We've enjoyed getting to connect to so many of you in the community and hoep to continue to do so through other means for the time being. Thank you for all of the listening, learning, and conversation. -

This week on API Intersection, we sat down with Bryan Thomas and Puneet Kumar, who joined us from Humana. Both play heavily involved roles in the Enterprise API program there, and brought their unique perspectives to share.

With an organization as large as Humana, we talked about how you build and maintain APIs at scale. What does consistency mean? How do you think of your APIs as a product, and why does that work? Most importantly, when you go to make changes in your program, how do you get people on all levels on board?

To learn more about Humana, click here.
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This week on API Intersection, we spoke with long-time friend Sid Maestre, the VP of Developer Relations at APIMatic. He's also the host of The Art of Developer Experience podcast, and a source of knowledge and experience when it comes to SDKs. Listen in on our 69th episode (nice) for our insightful conversation on foundational tools and ways of thinking if you're curious or your organization moving in that direction.

Learn about APIMatic.io and Sid's work, and check out The Art of Developer Experience.
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This week on API Intersection, we've got Aidan Cunniffe, Chief Executive Officer at Optic. This episode has a lot of tips regarding API automation, the source of common breaking changes and how to prevent them, and ultimately having better conversations with your customers and clients.

Get in touch with Aidan on LinkedIn, and check out Optic and their work here.
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This week on API Intersection, we talk with our friend Clyde Cutting at Truist, who has years and years of experience working in the open banking world. If you want insights into open banking, security, and fintech, this episode has got you covered.

Enjoy, and check out Clyde's LinkedIn if you're looking to learn more or get in touch.
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This week on API Intersection, we get down and dirty talking about authentication and authorization. It's a topic you can't avoid, whether you like it or not!

FusionAuth at AWS: http://fusionauth.io/aws-reinvent23

Visit Dan's LinkedIn and check out his work at fusionauth.io
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Simon Alen, API Lead, Evangelist, & Integration Consultant at Solita joins us for an insightful conversation on this episode of API Intersection. Thanks for listening!

Check out Simon on LinkedIn or learn more about Solita and their services here.
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 As APIs become more ubiquitous, they are increasingly targeted by hackers, so getting your API security right is a necessity. This week on API Intersection, we thought, what better way to celebrate Security September than to bring on the API security expert himself, Dan Barahona? 

As Founder of APIsec University and Head of Growth at APIsec, Dan Barahona comes to the table with over 20 years of experience in cybersecurity. He created APISec University to raise awareness and educate about API risks and security, and many of their courses are open to the public. In fact, I just did an entire course on API Documentation Best Practices and how it relates to security, which I highly recommend you all check out. 

Anyways, we discussed how organizations face various challenges in managing and securing APIs, such as API sprawl and a need for more visibility about their APIs. Here are a few quick wins to get you on the right track to proper API security. Most importantly, ensure you have proactive API security practices and address security concerns early in the development process.

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In the ever-evolving world of technology, staying ahead of the curve is crucial. The API world is no exception, and understanding the latest trends and transformations is vital for businesses and developers alike. 

Who better to stay on top of the API industry than Mehdi Medjaoui, Co-Founder and Chairman of APIDays, the global API industry series of conferences? Mehdi has been to them all, heard from experts from around the globe, and joined us on API Intersection to share the upcoming trends and best practices to be aware of as you start your 2024 planning. 

Get in touch with Mehdi on his LinkedIn

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--- API Intersection Podcast listeners are invited to sign up for Stoplight and save up to $650! Use code INTERSECTION10 to get 10% off a new subscription to Stoplight Platform Starter or Pro.

Offer good for annual or monthly payment option for first-time subscribers. 10% off an annual plan ($650 savings for Pro and $94.80 for Starter) or 10% off your first month ($9.99 for Starter and $39 for Pro).

By this point, you all know governance is one of my favorite topics to dive deep into, and this week, API Intersection, we had the talented Mark Boyd, director of Platformable, join us for a discussion of just that. Mark was one of the early and prolific bloggers on the topic of APIs and the API economy. His journey took him from urban planning and health data systems to becoming a prominent figure in the API space.

Mark later founded Platformable, a Barcelona-based startup building data products and digital tools for a global audience of nonprofits, businesses, startups, and multilateral organizations focusing on developing open ecosystems through APIs. 

Working with a multitude of nonprofits and government agencies, Mark has had a variety of experiences in creating APIs and governance programs that can fit the standards and qualifications needed by these agencies. Let's get to it.

Take a look at platformable.com to Mark and his team's work, and be sure to check out Mark on LinkedIn.

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