Today, I’d like to demonstrate the backend architecture of my Marketplace API project. This backend, designed for managing advertisements in an online marketplace, is a testament to efficient Java and Spring Boot development
Exploring the Marketplace API
Introduction
The Marketplace API is a testament to my growth and understanding of backend development. This API is all about managing advertisements in an online marketplace, offering users a platform to create, update, and explore various ads.. From user registration and authentication to creating and updating advertisements, the API offers a rich set of features for a dynamic and user-friendly experience.
Features
- User Authentication and Registration: Secure user management ensures a smooth registration process and authenticates users effectively.
- Advertisement Creation and Management: Users can create and manage advertisements, providing a flexible platform for showcasing their products or services.
- Retrieval of Active Advertisements: A powerful feature that allows users to retrieve currently active advertisements.
- Time-Based Advertisement Retrieval: Users can fetch advertisements from a specified number of days ago, enhancing the flexibility of the system.
Navigating the Documentation
API Documentation with Swagger
Exploring the capabilities of the Marketplace API using Swagger was a revelation. I could interact with endpoints, understand request/response details, and witness the API in action. It made me appreciate the importance of clear and comprehensive API documentation. To explore this documentation, do so:
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Ensure the Marketplace API is running locally.
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Open your web browser and navigate to the Swagger UI: Swagger Documentation
Note: Replace
http://localhost:8080with the actual base URL of your running API. -
Dive into the available endpoints, review request/response details, and interact with the API directly from the Swagger UI.
Javadoc Documentation
The Javadoc documentation is like a map guiding through the classes, methods, and overall structure of the codebase.
For a deeper understanding of the project’s architecture and implementation details, refer to the Javadoc documentation:
- Javadoc Documentation Feel free to explore the GitHub repository for the full source code.