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Nov 06

Apidays Paris 2023 – with an OpenAPI Track – is Coming This December!

By OpenAPI Initiative Announcement, Blog, Events

The OpenAPI Specification is an integral part of software development and delivery of APIs. In 2023, we have been joining multiple API related conferences to connect directly with API users and enthusiasts around the world. Next up, the City of Light! Join us for the OpenAPI Initiative’s “OAI Track” at apidays Paris on December 6-7, 2023!

See our apidays Paris events page here.

What is the OAI Track?

The OAI Track is a specialized forum at apidays Paris hosted by the OpenAPI Initiative (OAI). This focused track aims to provide a platform for API practitioners to share and exchange valuable insights, experiences, and best practices related to OpenAPI. At Paris, we will have 3 different sessions with a total of 12 speakers!

OAI Track Program Sessions

Current and Future Trends in API Specifications
Improving APIs and API Landscapes with API Descriptions
API Governance and Management with API Descriptions

Call for Contributions

The OAI Track is currently inviting contributions from interested individuals and organizations. If you have an experience or insight to share, we would be thrilled to include your voice in the discourse.

👉 Submit Your Proposal Here: https://apidays.typeform.com/to/ILJeAaV8?typeform-source=www.apidays.global#event_name=xxxxx

👉 Register here: https://ticket.apidays.global/event/apidays-paris-2023/8a1f3904-e2be-4c69-a880-37d2ddf1027d/cart

Why Should You Participate?

Knowledge Sharing: Learn from industry experts and peers actively involved in API management and OpenAPI specifications.
Networking: Connect with a passionate community of API developers, architects, and business stakeholders.
Visibility: An opportunity to present your work and insights to a highly specialized and relevant audience.

Join Us, Join the Conversation!

Whether you’re an adept API craftsperson or an enterprise visionary keen on tapping into API magic, the OAI Track provides a fantastic platform to immerse and interact with the best of the API world.

Date: December 6-8, 2023

Venue: CNIT la Défense, Paris, France

Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity. Mark your calendars, and prepare to dive deep into the world of OpenAPI.

We hope to see you there!

For further updates and announcements, watch our apidays Paris page.

Sep 24

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OpenAPI is People!

By jesse Blog

During the 2020 API Specifications Conference, influential members of the OpenAPI community gathered to discuss the people and processes that keep OpenAPI Initiative running smoothly.

Collaboration between diverse companies is one of the most remarkable aspects of the OpenAPI community. Competitors realize the importance of creating a standardized description for APIs, and band together to accomplish a shared goal. In a recent discussion, influential community members celebrated OpenAPI’s accomplishments and reflected on its journey,

The talk featured:

Neal Caidin, Program Manager at The Linux Foundation
Marsh Gardiner, Product Manager at Google
Ole Lensmar, Chief Architect at SmartBear
Darrel Miller, Principal Program Manager at Microsoft
Lorna Mitchell, Senior Developer Advocate at Nexmo, Vonage API Platform

Mitchell discussed how implementing OpenAPI descriptions into her work has improved developer experience, helped internal development and allowed non-technical developers to better understand the content. She also provided insight into how developers can contribute to OpenAPI.

Any developer can join the Technical Developer Community, and participate in the community. This is a great place to ask questions, and share knowledge. On the other hand, the Technical Steering Committee (TSC) is composed of elected members that make high-level decisions to ensure OpenAPI operates smoothly. Gardiner and Miller are both part of the TSC, and discussed some of the difficulties associated with adding new features to OpenAPI.

The OpenAPI specification must meet the requirements of developers, but also be accessible to newcomers. Balancing functionality and complexity is a delicate act, and the TSC is often wary of adding unnecessary features. However, they listen to the community, and respond when there is rising interest in a particular subject.

For more information on how to contribute to the OpenAPI Initiative, visit the website!

Participate in TSC weekly web conferences
Become a member of the OpenAPI Initiative
Watch the video recording of the OpenAPI is People! session

Oct 31

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Photos from ASC 2019

By OpenAPI Initiative Blog, Events

ASC 2019 was a fantastic event! Thank you to everyone who came and participated. Great speakers, great interactions between sessions, and, wow, nice location! Vancouver is beautiful.

Here are some of the lasting images of the information-packed 3 days!