api_antipatterns

# Common API Anti-Patterns and How to Avoid Them

## Introduction

This document outlines common anti-patterns in REST API design that can lead to poor developer experience, maintenance nightmares, and scalability issues. Each anti-pattern is accompanied by examples and recommended solutions.

## 1. Verb-Based URLs (The RPC Trap)

### Anti-Pattern
Using verbs in URLs instead of treating endpoints as resources.

```
❌ Bad Examples:
POST /api/getUsers
POST /api/createUser
GET  /api/deleteUser/123