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An Introduction to OCLC APIs for Developers

Table of Contents:

What is an API?
OCLC API Inventory
Solving Problems with OCLC APIs
- Acquisitions
- Cataloging & Metadata
- Collections
- User-focused Services
- Patron Data
Understanding HTTP

Topics 1-4 are covered in this slide deck.

Examples & Demos!
- HTTP Basics: OCLC API Explorer
- Basic web app that calls the WorldCat Metadata API