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When to Use APIs vs Storing Data in Local Databases | Developer Insights
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When to Use APIs vs Storing Data in Local DatabasesDateChoosing between using Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) and storing data in local databases is a pivotal decision for developers and businesses alike. This decision impacts not only the architecture of a project but also its efficiency, scalability, and reliability. To navigate this decision, it is essential to understand the nuances of each approach, including latency differences, network reliability, and storage size considerations.Understanding APIs and Local DatabasesAPIs are set protocols and tools for building software applications. They allow different software applications to communicate with each other. When you use an API, you are essentially accessing data or functionality that is stored or run on another server.Local databases, on the other hand, are data storage solutions that reside on a local server or machine. This means that the data is directly accessible to the application without the need to go through ...
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