API Mocking Glossary

API mocking

Creating fake REST endpoints that return sample data for testing.

Fake API

Same as mock API. A simulated endpoint for development and QA.

API simulation

Using mock servers to imitate real API behavior.

Mock server

Software that responds to API requests with predefined data.

Endpoint testing

Verifying API endpoints return correct responses. Mock APIs enable testing without a real backend.

Mock API

A fake REST API that returns sample data for testing. Create mock APIs with apismaker in 60 seconds.