AZ-204 Developing for Microsoft Azure Exam Prep - Application Programming Interface (API) Management

The video tutorial covers API management, emphasizing the risks of public API access and the need for a front-end solution. It introduces Microsoft's API management service, detailing setup, configuration, and pricing options, including a consumption plan. The tutorial highlights the importance of managing API access to prevent service disruptions and control costs.

What is a primary risk of providing an API service to the general public?

• Reduced operational costs

• Increased application performance

• Uncontrolled access to backend services

• Improved security

What is a potential consequence of not managing API access?

• Reduced API usage

• Increased security

• Unintentional denial of service

• Improved application performance

What is one of the main functions of API management?

• To increase the number of API calls

• To eliminate the need for backend services

• To set limits and quotas on API usage

• To provide unlimited access to APIs

What is a benefit of using a developer portal in API management?

• It eliminates the need for backend APIs

• It provides a platform for API documentation and registration

• It allows for unlimited API calls

• It automatically fixes API errors

What is a key consideration when creating an API management service?

• Choosing a unique API name

• Selecting a random location

• Ensuring the service is far from developers

• Avoiding any subscription plans

Which pricing plan allows you to pay based on usage?

• Fixed monthly plan

• Consumption plan

• Annual subscription

• Unlimited access plan

Why might you choose a consumption plan over a fixed monthly plan?

• To ensure a fixed cost regardless of usage

• To receive unlimited API calls

• To pay based on actual API usage

• To avoid any costs