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Date Published
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Iddo Gino
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836
Language
English
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Summary

RapidAPI, a platform that connects developers with APIs, has announced its Series A funding round, marking a significant milestone in its growth journey. Over the past 18 months, the company has partnered with Andreessen Horowitz to enhance the way developers consume and distribute APIs, which are crucial for modern software development by reducing repetitive tasks and enabling more innovative solutions. With over 8,000 APIs available and a community of over 500,000 developers, RapidAPI has facilitated easier access to APIs and provided valuable insights into API usage. The company aims to continue expanding its API catalog and improve its platform for better accessibility and speed, as well as push the API industry forward by encouraging companies to expose more public APIs. The funding will also support the growth of their engineering team to enhance the platform's capabilities, with contributions from their teams in San Francisco, Tel Aviv, and Kiev playing a vital role in their success.