An API endpoint is a specific URL or URI (Uniform Resource Identifier) that represents a unique resource or functionality provided by an API. It serves as the entry point for accessing and interacting with the API.
In simpler terms, an API endpoint is a specific URL to which a client application can send requests to perform certain actions or retrieve specific information from the API. Each endpoint typically represents a distinct operation or resource within the API.
API endpoints are designed following a specific pattern and adhere to the API's defined structure and conventions. They are typically constructed using the HTTP methods (such as GET, POST, PUT, and DELETE) combined with a specific URL path corresponding to a particular resource or action.