Over 15 Years of APIs with Kevin Swiber

Kevin Swiber, an independent expert with extensive experience in the API ecosystem, discusses various topics on The Good Thing podcast, including the Model Context Protocol (MCP), AI's role in developer tools, and the importance of "boring" infrastructure. Swiber emphasizes that while AI and MCP are gaining attention, many companies are just beginning to explore AI tools, and infrastructure stability is valued over innovation. He highlights the challenges of API governance in distributed teams and argues that while AI might change the landscape, it won't eliminate the need for APIs. Swiber also reflects on the resurgence of hypermedia patterns through MCP and the parallels between LLM interfaces and the early web, noting the impact on web experiences and ad revenue. Finally, he underscores the cyclical nature of technological trends and the enduring relevance of tools like GraphQL within broader frameworks.