API Coupling Vs API Separation: Choosing The Right Approach
Decide between coupling API & app in 1 codebase for simplicity or hosting separately for scalability & flexibility. Choose wisely based on project needs & resources.
When designing a software application, one of the key architectural decisions revolves around how to structure the API and the main application (e.g., a frontend or admin panel). Should they be tightly coupled as one codebase or hosted separately? Each approach has its strengths and weaknesses, and the right choice depends on the specific requirements of your project. Let’s explore both options and determine which works best for different scenarios. Coupling API and Main Application in One Codebase This approach involves integrating the API and the main application (frontend or adm...