REST, GraphQL, or gRPC? It’s not just a tech choice — it’s a trade-off between flexibility, performance, and long-term scalability. Here’s a no-fluff comparison of REST, GraphQL, and gRPC — why it matters, and when to use each. REST REST uses HTTP methods over HTTP/1.1 to expose resources via URLs. It’s stateless and often the default for public APIs. Use Cases: - CRUD-based applications - Public or third-party APIs - Traditional web apps - Systems that benefit from HTTP caching Pros: ✔...