Pitfalls to Avoid in Designing APIs

Designing a well-functioning API requires careful consideration of various factors such as consistency in data formats and sort order, validation of incoming and outgoing data, inclusion of primary keys, flexibility in data retrieval methods, reasonable quotas and rate limits, use of stable query languages and data formats, and comprehensive documentation. Avoiding common pitfalls like these can significantly improve the usability and functionality of an API for both internal and commercial purposes.