APIgatewaysin
APIgatewaysin describes the use of API gateways as a centralized entry point for requests to backend services. In this context, an API gateway is a reverse proxy that handles north-south traffic between clients and a collection of microservices or APIs. It is designed to simplify client interactions, enforce security, and provide governance for API usage.
Core functions of an API gateway include routing and load balancing, protocol translation, authentication and authorization,
Architecturally, API gateways sit at the edge of an application or within a private network. They can
Distinctions exist between API gateways, service meshes, and traditional reverse proxies. API gateways focus on north-south
Security and governance are central to APIgatewaysin, with support for OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, JWTs, mutual