Glossary
API Gateway
An API gateway is the front door for all your APIs - it checks IDs, controls traffic, and keeps out unwanted visitors.
What is API Gateway?
A management tool that acts as a reverse proxy to accept API calls, aggregate services, and enforce security policies.
Why Should You Care?
API gateways centralize security enforcement including authentication, rate limiting, and threat protection.
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Real-World Example
AWS API Gateway validates JWT tokens and enforces rate limits before requests reach backend services.
How to Protect Against API Gateway
- 1.
Route all external API traffic through gateway
- 2.
Configure authentication and rate limiting
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