REST Constraint #4: Cacheable for Better Performance
The internet is fast—until it’s not. Nobody likes waiting for a sluggish API response, and overloaded servers don’t help either. That’s where caching comes in. RESTful APIs embrace caching to improve performance, reduce server load, and create a smoother user experience. But caching isn’t just about speed—it’s about efficiency. Let’s dive into how REST makes caching an essential part of scalable web applications.