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Explore the critical decision between REST and GraphQL architectures for modern Java applications in this comprehensive 59-minute tech talk from the Eclipse Foundation. Compare these two API approaches across key dimensions including performance, security, and scalability while examining real-world implementation examples. Learn practical criteria for selecting the most appropriate architecture based on your application's specific requirements and discover best practices for designing APIs that are efficient, flexible, and prepared for future evolution. Gain actionable insights into when REST's simplicity and maturity serve your needs versus when GraphQL's query flexibility and data fetching efficiency provide superior solutions for data-intensive and dynamic applications.
