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rest-api-design
Design RESTful APIs following best practices for resource modeling, HTTP methods, status codes, versioning, and documentation. Use when creating new APIs, designing endpoints, or improving existing API architecture.
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# REST API Design
## Table of Contents
- [Overview](#overview)
- [When to Use](#when-to-use)
- [Quick Start](#quick-start)
- [Reference Guides](#reference-guides)
- [Best Practices](#best-practices)
## Overview
Design REST APIs that are intuitive, consistent, and follow industry best practices for resource-oriented architecture.