Web and technology
REST
Abbreviation for Representational State Transfer
In short and in plain language
REST is a style for building interfaces.
Through such interfaces, systems swap data using web requests.
Many shops and websites offer them. They can be used to link other systems.
They have to be kept in mind for upkeep and protection.
Definition
REST is an architectural style for interfaces through which systems exchange data via web requests. Many shop and website systems offer such interfaces. They can be used for integrations and have to be considered in maintenance and hardening.