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# Guides

Practical, step-by-step walkthroughs for building, integrating, and optimising with the platform — with real examples and the trade-offs spelled out.

API management

## Publish, document, and version with confidence

Whether you're publishing your first API or managing a fleet of services, these guides walk through the essential workflows — from writing clear documentation to choosing a versioning strategy that won't break your consumers.

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### Document APIs

Best practices, tools, and examples so developers understand your APIs with confidence.

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](https://seriousmonkeybusiness.shermett.me/guides/document-apis)[

### Publish APIs

How to expose, version, and manage APIs to accelerate integration and adoption.

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](https://seriousmonkeybusiness.shermett.me/guides/publish-apis)[

### API versioning

Manage change, keep things stable, and support developers over time.

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](https://seriousmonkeybusiness.shermett.me/guides/publish-apis/versioning)

FAQ

## Frequently asked questions

Where should I start if I'm new to the platform?

Start with [Getting Started](https://seriousmonkeybusiness.shermett.me/getting-started) to create your account and make your first API call. Then come back and read Document APIs for best practices on integrating with our endpoints.

How do I choose the right authentication method?

It depends on your use case. API keys are simplest for server-to-server communication, OAuth 2.0 suits user-facing applications, and JWT bearer tokens work well across microservices. The Document APIs guide covers each in detail.

When should I version my API integrations?

Always pin to a specific API version in production. When a new version ships, review the changelog and migration notes before upgrading. The [API Versioning](https://seriousmonkeybusiness.shermett.me/guides/publish-apis/versioning) guide walks through the full lifecycle.