What this book covers

Chapter 1, Getting Started with REST API, gives you an overview of what the REST API is, how it functions, and all that it is capable of doing. You will also find information about other platforms if you are new to WordPress.

Chapter 2, Interacting with REST API in WordPress, is where you will learn the basics of the REST API in WordPress. General POST and GET commands shall be covered here.

Chapter 3, Working with Taxonomies and Users with REST API, moves to taxonomies such as categories and tags. Users and user roles will also be covered.

Chapter 4, Working with Forms Using REST API, will show you how the REST API can be used to work with custom forms for your WP platform. This chapter will teach you how to get the most out of it.

Chapter 5, Custom Routes in WordPress REST API, progresses beyond default roles and teaches you how to add and work with custom routes using the REST API.

Chapter 6, Creating a Simple Web App Using WordPress REST API, is where you learn how to create a web app. Plus, you will also learn how to pass commands to your web app.

Chapter 7, Mastering REST API for Your Projects, is where you will learn how to master the REST API for your projects. Obviously, this chapter requires that you have a working knowledge of the REST API, as well as experience with WordPress development.

Chapter 8, WordPress REST API in Practice, teaches you the practical aspects of the WP REST API and its development.

Chapter 9, Summing It Up, wraps up our journey with the WordPress REST API. We will have a recap of all that we have learned so far and an overview of what the REST API can do for us.