APIs are the hidden backbone of the internet. They power your apps, websites, and even the devices you use every day. But with so many types of APIs out there — REST, SOAP, gRPC, GraphQL, WebHooks, WebSockets, and WebRTC — how do they all work, and when should you use each one? In this video, I’ll break down every major type of API in the simplest way possible, with real-world examples that anyone can understand: ✅ REST API – The most common, lightweight, and stateless API used in almost every app today. ✅ SOAP API – The strict, reliable, and secure choice trusted by banks, healthcare, and governments. ✅ gRPC API – Google’s high-performance API using Protocol Buffers, powering companies like Netflix and Uber. ✅ GraphQL API – Created by Facebook, giving developers precise control over the data they fetch. ✅ WebHooks – “Reverse APIs” that push events to your app in real time. ✅ WebSockets – Persistent, two-way connections perfect for chat, gaming, and live updates. ✅ WebRTC – Peer-to-peer real-time communication, powering video calls, screen sharing, and instant collaboration. By the end of this video, you’ll understand the strengths, weaknesses, and real-world use cases of each API — so you’ll know exactly when and why to use them. ⏱️ Timestamps: 0:00 – REST API 1:31 – SOAP API 2:51 – gRPC API 4:40 – GraphQL API 6:13 – WebHooks API 7:31 – WebSockets API 8:31 – WebRTC API #RESTAPI #SOAPAPI #gRPC #GraphQL #WebHooks #WebSocket #WebRTC #APIExplained #WebDevelopment #Programming #SoftwareEngineering