Service API Specialist Course Overview

Prerequisites for the Service API Specialist Course:

To successfully undertake the Service API Specialist course, we recommend that participants have the following prerequisites:

• Basic Understanding of Web Technologies: Familiarity with HTTP protocols, web services, and basic REST concepts.
• Foundational Knowledge in SOA (Service-Oriented Architecture): Understanding of fundamental SOA principles and characteristics.
• General Programming Skills: Experience with programming concepts and familiarity with at least one programming language (e.g., Java, Python, or JavaScript).
• Awareness of XML and JSON: Basic knowledge of XML and JSON data formats.
• Knowledge of Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC): Understanding the phases of software development from design to deployment.
• Introductory Cloud Computing Concepts: Basic understanding of cloud computing and various service models like IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS.

These prerequisites ensure that learners can effectively follow along with the course material and lab exercises, gaining the most from their educational experience with us.

Target Audience for Service API Specialist

1. Introduction:

The Service API Specialist course by Koenig Solutions is designed for IT professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of service-oriented architecture, microservices, and advanced API management techniques.

2. Target Audience and Job Roles:

• Software Developers
• Software Architects
• System Integrators
• IT Consultants
• Cloud Solutions Architects
• API Managers
• Technical Leads
• DevOps Engineers
• Enterprise Architects
• Integration Specialists
• Backend Developers
• Solution Architects
• Data Engineers
• Technical Project Managers
• Technology Strategists

This list ensures the course appeals to a wide range of professionals involved in software development, architecture, and IT services.

Learning Objectives - What you will Learn in this Service API Specialist?

Introduction

The Service API Specialist course provides in-depth knowledge on designing, managing, and utilizing Service APIs, emphasizing Service-Oriented Architecture, microservices, and advanced API management techniques. It equips participants with essential skills for effective API governance and implementation.

Learning Objectives and Outcomes

• Understanding SOA, Services, and Microservices:

  • Comprehend the business and technology drivers behind SOA, services, and microservices.
  • Understand the strategic goals and benefits of Service-Oriented Computing.

• Service-Oriented Architecture Basics:

  • Identify the fundamental characteristics of Service-Oriented Architecture.
  • Grasp service orientation as a design paradigm, including the Four Pillars of Service-Orientation.

• Service Models and Governance:

  • Introduction to service layers, service models, and service compositions.
  • Learn about service inventories, service layers, and service API governance and management.

• Common Service Technologies and Cloud Computing:

  • Introduction to API gateways, virtualization, and containerization.
  • Understand basic cloud computing and cloud services concepts.

• Microservice Technology Concepts:

  • Compare various service implementation mediums and their roles.
  • Familiarize with basic XML, JSON concepts, and REST service principles.