REST API

A REST API (Representational State Transfer Application Programming Interface) is a web-based communication protocol that allows different software applications or devices to exchange data over HTTP. It uses standard HTTP methods like GET, POST, PUT, and DELETE to perform operations on resources identified by URLs. REST APIs are commonly used in IoT projects and embedded systems to enable microcontrollers, sensors, and other hardware devices to send data to web servers or cloud services. They provide a simple, standardized way for hardware projects to interact with web applications, databases, and online services.