Description: API mocking is the practice of creating a simulated version of an API for testing purposes. This technique allows developers and testing teams to interact with an API without relying on the actual implementation, which can be useful at various stages of software development. By simulating an API, expected responses and behaviors can be replicated, facilitating the validation of the functionality of applications that depend on that API. Simulations can include static or dynamic responses and can be configured to emulate different scenarios, such as errors or slow response times. This not only accelerates the development process but also helps identify and resolve issues before the real API is available. API mocking has become particularly relevant in agile development environments, where continuous integration and continuous delivery are common practices. Additionally, it allows teams to work more efficiently, as they can conduct parallel testing without waiting for the real API to be fully developed or available.
