운영 체제나 응용 프로그램 사이의 통신을 가능하게 하여 데이터나 기능을 공유할 수 있도록 설계된 인터페이스 및 프로토콜의 집합.
A set of protocols and tools that allows different software applications to communicate and interact with each other.
예문:
"The mapping service provides an API that allows external developers to embed maps in their own websites."
"The mobile application uses a secure API to fetch user profile data from the server."
항공기의 비행 속도와 방향을 기준으로 공중에서의 지리적 위치를 나타내는 계기.
An instrument in an aircraft that calculates and displays its geographical position based on air speed and heading.
예문:
"The navigator updated the flight log based on the readings from the API."
"A malfunction in the API could lead to significant errors in dead reckoning navigation."
미국의 석유 및 천연가스 산업을 대표하며 관련 기술 표준을 수립하는 민간 기구.
The primary trade association for the U.S. oil and natural gas industry, responsible for setting industry standards and conducting research.
예문:
"All drilling equipment must comply with the safety standards established by the API."
"The API weekly inventory report is a key indicator for global oil prices."