SOAP is a strict, XML-based protocol often used in older enterprise systems and can be very heavy. REST, on the other hand, is an architectural style that uses lightweight JSON and the internet's standard mechanisms (HTTP). REST is today's industry standard, since it's faster to develop, uses less bandwidth, and is supported by nearly all modern software.

Magento 2 was built following the API-first principle, so nearly the entire feature set of the backend is also available via REST. This includes product management, customer management, order processing, and configuration settings. For very specific requirements, we develop custom API endpoints at mironsoft to make your tailored business logic accessible via REST too.

Security is the top priority at mironsoft. We exclusively use encrypted connections (HTTPS) and rely on modern authentication standards like OAuth2 or JWT tokens. We also implement server-side validation and rate limiting to effectively prevent abuse and unauthorized access. Your business data is protected by our architecture, built on the "security by design" principle.

If the interface is poorly programmed and triggers expensive database queries on every request, this can impair performance. At mironsoft, we use asynchronous processing and intelligent caching (Redis/Varnish) for our APIs. This ensures data transfer happens in the background without negatively affecting load time for your shop visitors.

JSON (JavaScript Object Notation) is a lightweight data format that's easy for humans to read and extremely fast for machines to process. It has established itself as the standard for REST APIs, since it has less overhead than XML and works seamlessly with modern frontend technologies. We use JSON for all our interfaces to guarantee maximum compatibility and speed.

Yes, that's one of our specialties. We develop robust REST connectors for bidirectional synchronization of stock, prices, and orders between Magento and your ERP. We ensure the data formats are mapped precisely and implement error routines that guarantee no information gets lost, even if one side has a system outage.

Statelessness means the server stores no information about the client between two requests. Each individual request must contain all necessary data (e.g. an authentication token). This massively simplifies server design and lets us distribute the load across many different servers (load balancing), significantly improving your project's scalability.

Good documentation is your interface's contract. It lets external partners or your in-house team understand and use the API immediately, without having to read the source code. At mironsoft, we deliver every API with interactive Swagger documentation, cutting integration time from weeks to days and eliminating implementation misunderstandings.

Software evolves. To avoid breaking existing connections when we improve an interface, we use versioning (e.g. /V1/ and /V2/). This lets us introduce new features while your old apps or partner systems keep running stably on the old version. At mironsoft, we plan these cycles proactively to guarantee uninterrupted operation of your IT landscape.

REST delivers fixed data packets for defined endpoints, ideal for system integrations. GraphQL, on the other hand, lets the client define exactly which fields it needs, making it the perfect choice for modern, fast frontends. We advise you vendor-independently on which technology offers the highest profitability and future-proofing for your project.

Yes, absolutely. We develop the entire backend infrastructure for your mobile applications. Through optimized REST endpoints, we ensure your app runs smoothly even on a poor internet connection and uses only the minimal necessary amount of data. We take care of the entire logic, from user authentication to secure checkout within your app.

The effort depends on the complexity of the data logic and the number of endpoints. A simple data exchange can be implemented within a few days, while complex bidirectional enterprise interfaces take several weeks. The investment, however, usually pays off immediately through automating manual processes and reducing errors. After a technical consultation, we're happy to create a fixed-price quote for you.

Yes, we take over support and monitoring for your existing interfaces. We conduct code audits, identify security vulnerabilities, and optimize performance. Our goal is to stabilize your existing infrastructure and make it future-proof, so your digital processes keep running smoothly, permanently.

An API usually runs in the background ("headless"). Without detailed logging, you often don't notice until days later that data wasn't transferred. At mironsoft, we implement real-time monitoring and error alerts (e.g. via Slack or email). If a sync fails, we get the exact error message immediately and can fix the problem before it ever affects your business operations.

The first step is a technical analysis of your data streams. We discuss your goals, identify the systems involved, and create a data-mapping concept. Just send us a message or give us a call — we're looking forward to connecting your IT landscape and taking your digital efficiency to the next level!