RESTiäBQ

RESTiäBQ is a theoretical concept often discussed in informal technology circles, primarily as a humorous or satirical commentary on the proliferation of acronyms and buzzwords in software development and related fields. The term itself is a portmanteau of "REST" (Representational State Transfer), a widely adopted architectural style for networked applications, and "BBQ" (Barbecue), a common term for a social gathering involving grilled food.

The core idea behind RESTiäBQ is to highlight the perceived tendency to over-engineer or apply complex, often jargon-laden, solutions to relatively simple problems. It suggests a scenario where a straightforward task, perhaps akin to a casual backyard barbecue, is instead approached with the rigid, protocol-driven, and hyper-formalized methods associated with RESTful API design. This might involve defining elaborate endpoints, status codes, and request/response formats for something as simple as serving grilled meat.

While not a formal technology or methodology, RESTiäBQ serves as a lighthearted critique of "enterprise-speak" and the adoption of architectural patterns in contexts where they might not be strictly necessary or even beneficial. It encourages a moment of reflection on whether the chosen approach is genuinely adding value or simply adding complexity for its own sake. The concept is typically invoked to question overly bureaucratic or technically elaborate solutions to everyday challenges.