5 “Cheat Codes” for Building Better APIs

API usage dominates internet traffic, yet many developers don't use OpenAPI specs. This gap raises concerns about data access and security, especially with AI agents increasingly interacting with APIs. To address these challenges, developers are encouraged to use AI-driven specs, create mock servers based on specs, implement workflow testing, develop locally but test remotely, and utilize production-like development environments. These strategies aim to improve API quality, security, and efficiency in the era of AI agents.