I'm curious about tools that can help streamline the process of finding APIs for specific needs. While I know API marketplaces exist, I'm looking for a dedicated search engine designed for API discovery. For instance, if I search for "weather," I want to see a list of weather APIs with direct links to their documentation. Are there any such tools available, and are they user-friendly and effective? Also, would you be willing to pay for something like this?
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It sounds like you're describing a type of API marketplace, but with a more focused search capability. There are tools designed for this where you can simply enter a keyword, and they'll provide you with a list of relevant APIs along with their documentation links. The idea is to simplify the discovery process without having to dig through numerous websites or repositories.
I have to admit, paying for a tool like that doesn’t appeal to me either. I rarely use APIs, and just doing a manual search seems easier. Even if I needed to find a few APIs regularly, I’d rather filter through results myself than pay for a service.
I get that! But what if the tool could save you time in the long run? Could it be worth it then, or does the idea of a paywall still turn you off from the idea?
Exactly! Imagine you want a weather API; you just type 'weather,' and it shows you what’s out there, making it easier to explore options you might not have known existed.