In a significant milestone event at POST/CON 2024, Postman, the globally renowned API platform, unveiled the winners of its very first Postman API Network Awards. The ceremony stood out as a celebration of innovation and commitment to enhancing the developer experience, spotlighting organizations that have excelled in creating exceptional Application Programming Interfaces (APIs).

The awards were segmented into two key categories: “The Top Five New APIs” and “The Twenty-Five Best APIs”. These categories collectively highlighted thriving ecosystems and superior usage metrics which underscore the critical role APIs play in modern software development.

Among the accolades, “The Top Five New APIs” category shone a spotlight on newcomers who have quickly established a vibrant community around their APIs over the past year. Notable winners included high-profile names such as Brevo, Discord, Mastercard, Qualtrics, and HubSpot. Each of these companies has deployed APIs that not only meet functional requirements but also enrich the developer’s journey, fostering a collaborative and intuitive environment for users globally.

In the more extensive “The Twenty-Five Best APIs” category, giants like Salesforce, Meta, PayPal, Microsoft Graph, Notion, and Klaviyo were recognized. These platforms have been instrumental in setting benchmarks for API usability, showcasing the critical relationship between API functionality and user satisfaction. Their consistent dedication to maintaining and improving the developer experience has set a high standard within the industry.

Postman’s CEO, Abhinav Asthana, emphasized that the essence of the awards was to applaud the relentless effort of these organizations in delivering seamless, efficient, and robust APIs. He pointed out, “Building a great developer experience is hard, and these awards recognize the companies who have worked the hardest alongside us to build APIs that just work and are easy to learn.”

Success stories from Salesforce and Klaviyo further illustrate the transformative impact of effective API management through Postman. Salesforce has notably expanded its developer community to over 100,000 developers via its workspace on the Postman API Network, offering over 1,000 request templates that significantly ease the integration and utility of their APIs. Similarly, Klaviyo’s Kimberly Strauch highlighted how Postman has dramatically enhanced their API accessibility and doubled their API traffic in just six months.

Since its inception in 2017, the Postman API Network has expanded from 112 APIs to over 100,000, supporting more than 30 million developers from upwards of 500,000 companies globally. This phenomenal growth not only underscores the escalating importance of APIs in technological innovation but also Postman’s pivotal role in this dynamic ecosystem.

The Postman API Network Awards 2024 thereby not only commend the achievements of the current winners but also set the stage for future innovations in API technology, encouraging companies worldwide to create APIs that are not only powerful but also user-centric.

To explore the detailed list of winners or to engage with the Postman API Network, interested parties and developers are encouraged to visit the official Postman API Network Awards 2024 website. This platform continues to offer invaluable resources for both seasoned and novice developers aiming to navigate the complex yet rewarding world of APIs.