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Azure API Management

Azure API Management (APIM) is a fully managed service that enables you to create consistent and modern API gateways for backend services. You use APIM to secure, publish, and monitor APIs at scale.

Key Features​

  • Centralized API gateway for all backend services
  • Built-in security (OAuth2, JWT validation, rate limiting)
  • Analytics and monitoring dashboards
  • Developer portal for API consumers

Example Usage​

  • Import OpenAPI definitions to expose APIs
  • Apply policies for authentication, transformation, and caching
  • Monitor API usage and performance in the Azure portal

Real-World Application​

You use APIM to expose microservices to internal and external consumers, enforce security, and track usage metrics.

Last updated on by Jacques Snyman