- Just a note, folks- this episode marks our final episode of API Intersection. In late 2023, Stoplight was involved in a merger with SmartBear, and as our teams focus on bringing Stoplight and Swaggerhub together, it requires our full attention. We've decided to place the show on hold indefinitely. We've enjoyed getting to connect to so many of you in the community and hoep to continue to do so through other means for the time being. Thank you for all of the listening, learning, and...

This week on API Intersection, we spoke with long-time friend Sid Maestre, the VP of Developer Relations at APIMatic. He's also the host of The Art of Developer Experience podcast, and a source of knowledge and experience when it comes to SDKs. Listen in on our 69th episode (nice) for our insightful conversation on foundational tools and ways of thinking if you're curious or your organization moving in that direction. Learn about APIMatic.io and Sid's work, and check out The Art of Developer...

This week on API Intersection, we've got Aidan Cunniffe, Chief Executive Officer at Optic. This episode has a lot of tips regarding API automation, the source of common breaking changes and how to prevent them, and ultimately having better conversations with your customers and clients. Get in touch with Aidan on LinkedIn, and check out Optic and their work here._____To subscribe to the podcast, visit https://stoplight.io/podcast

This week on API Intersection, we talk with our friend Clyde Cutting at Truist, who has years and years of experience working in the open banking world. If you want insights into open banking, security, and fintech, this episode has got you covered. Enjoy, and check out Clyde's LinkedIn if you're looking to learn more or get in touch._____To subscribe to the podcast, visit https://stoplight.io/podcast

This week on API Intersection, we get down and dirty talking about authentication and authorization. It's a topic you can't avoid, whether you like it or not! FusionAuth at AWS: http://fusionauth.io/aws-reinvent23 Visit Dan's LinkedIn and check out his work at fusionauth.io_____To subscribe to the podcast, visit https://stoplight.io/podcast

Simon Alen, API Lead, Evangelist, & Integration Consultant at Solita joins us for an insightful conversation on this episode of API Intersection. Thanks for listening! Check out Simon on LinkedIn or learn more about Solita and their services here._____To subscribe to the podcast, visit https://stoplight.io/podcast

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 As APIs become more ubiquitous, they are increasingly targeted by hackers, so getting your API security right is a necessity. This week on API Intersection, we thought, what better way to celebrate Security September than to bring on the API security expert himself, Dan Barahona?  As Founder of APIsec University and Head of Growth at APIsec, Dan Barahona comes to the table with over 20 years of experience in cybersecurity. He created APISec University to raise awareness and educate about...

In the ever-evolving world of technology, staying ahead of the curve is crucial. The API world is no exception, and understanding the latest trends and transformations is vital for businesses and developers alike.  Who better to stay on top of the API industry than Mehdi Medjaoui, Co-Founder and Chairman of APIDays, the global API industry series of conferences? Mehdi has been to them all, heard from experts from around the globe, and joined us on API Intersection to share the upcoming trends...

By this point, you all know governance is one of my favorite topics to dive deep into, and this week, API Intersection, we had the talented Mark Boyd, director of Platformable, join us for a discussion of just that. Mark was one of the early and prolific bloggers on the topic of APIs and the API economy. His journey took him from urban planning and health data systems to becoming a prominent figure in the API space. Mark later founded Platformable, a Barcelona-based startup building data...

With Black Hat, the internationally recognized cybersecurity conference series happening this week, security best practices are the talk of the town. So, of course, we had to jump on the trend and invite well-known security expert Chuck Herrin on the podcast.  Chuck is the CTO and board member of Wib, and he joined us to discuss his company's approach to API Security. Chuck primarily focuses on API penetration testing and adversarial emulation. Chuck's career started off as an attacker and...

This week on API Intersection, we welcomed Varun Singh, Chief Product & Technology Officer of the Daily. Daily is a company that powers real-time audio and video for millions of people globally. Their user base consists of many developers who use their APIs and client SDKs to build audio and video features into applications.  We delved into the significance of APIs in the video streaming industry and the crucial design considerations when integrating with such systems. Varun shed light...

Navigating change and building alignment on your API program can be a challenging feat. We had an old friend and colleague, Mike Amundsen, on API Intersection to discuss it further. Mike is a well-known advisor and speaker in the API space with a lot of knowledge of the API world. He travels the world consulting on network architecture, web development, and the intersection of technology and society. We brought Mike on to discuss the challenges of scaling APIs and how to transform large-scale...

As programmers and global travelers, we understand the importance of being well-versed in multiple languages. However, there's one language that holds a special place in our hearts: the language of API Design.  It's a skill that requires a delicate balance of consistency, developer experience, and stakeholder involvement. In our quest for knowledge, we came across the enlightening API Design Matters Substack by David Biesack, a renowned expert in the field. We couldn't resist inviting him to...

This week on API Intersection podcast, we dive into the challenges of integrating with legacy systems, integrating a variety of third-party systems, building diverse APIs, and how to manage different levels of sophistication between African banks and mobile network providers. We interviewed Chris Turner, Senior Software Engineer and Agile Practitioner at Segovia Technology, a Crown Agents Bank. Crown Agents Bank uses computer systems and APIs to move money between countries, particularly in...

Discover the 4 Cs of successful DevRel programs and their best practices with this API Intersection Podcast interview with Ash Arnwine from Stoplight. This week on API Intersection podcast, we interview Ash Arnwine, Director of Developer Relations at Nylas, who helped us discover the 4 C's of successful DevRel programs and their best practices. Ash's Devrel program is unique in that both developer advocacy and the documentation team report to the Devrel program. His team faces the challenges...

Everyone wants to ‘digitally transform’ these days, and they think APIs are the quick and easy way to do it. But change is never easy, and there are some critical steps to get right if you want your program to succeed. This week on API Intersection podcast, we interviewed Shane Hastie, a Global Delivery Lead at SoftEd and lead editor at Infoq. He has multiple decades of experience in information technology and has worked in various roles, such as authoring, consulting, and teaching. We...

For this week's API Intersection podcast at Stoplight, we interviewed George Mitry at Discover to discuss approaches that can be applied to any business's API program. George is the Expert Application Engineer - API Enablement & Standardization at Discover Financial Services. The Discover team works with over 1,500 external and internal APIs, which are used to provide cash-back bonuses or card payments. Their current focus has revolved around security as a top priority in their API...

This week on the API Intersection podcast, we interviewed Brian Otten, Vice President of Digital Transformation Catalysts for North America at Axway. Axway is an organization devoted to helping customers with their API management and digital transformation journey. Brian’s team provides strategic consulting services to large enterprise customers and helps customers get active in their API journey.  Brian’s team focuses on advising customers on how to avoid API duplication, self-service for...

This week on the API Intersection podcast, we interviewed Alex Chernyak, CEO of ZAPTEST, a software organization specializing in software automation testing and merging automation with RPA. ZAPTEST also automates business processes, using APIs and UI steps to overcome specific customer integration challenges. We chatted with Alex to learn more about automation testing, the role APIs play in that, and why an API-first approach is essential to better performance at ZAPTEST. _____To subscribe...

This week on the API Intersection podcast, we interviewed Marjukka Niinioja, a co-founder of Osango, an organization that specializes in API business consulting, including architectural work, information architecture auditing, API business models, and ecosystem design. The Osango team works with companies that specialize in designing IoT platforms. Marjukka focuses on teaching and consulting about APIs, AI and platform economy, and digital services. _____To subscribe to the podcast, visit...

This week on the API Intersection podcast, we interviewed Daniel Kocot, Head of API Experience and Operations at Codecentric AG. Codecentric AG is a leader in agile software development and innovative technologies in Germany. Daniel's job is to get his customers to answer the question, "why are we thinking in APIs?" He aims to get them to shift their mindset to specialized tools, treating your APIs as products and understanding the end goal that one's trying to achieve with the desire to...

This week on the API Intersection podcast, _____ To subscribe to the podcast, visit https://stoplight.io/podcast --- API Intersection Podcast listeners are invited to sign up for Stoplight and save up to $650! Use code INTERSECTION10 to get 10% off a new subscription to Stoplight Platform Starter or Pro. Offer good for annual or monthly payment option for first-time subscribers. 10% off an annual plan ($650 savings for Pro and $94.80 for Starter) or 10% off your first month ($9.99 for...

While the subscription-based pricing option has been the popular go-to for many SaaS companies, the usage-based model has recently seen significant traction in SaaS companies. But which solution is right for monetizing your API product? To answer that question, this week on the API Intersection podcast, we spoke with Behailu Tekletsadik, co-founder & CEO of Archetype, which is a startup focused on usage-based billing for APIs. Behailu sat down with the API Intersection team to discuss...