How should I handle versioning in API responses?

How should I handle versioning in API responses?

Versioning in API responses can be handled in several ways, such as using URL paths, query parameters, or headers. What approach are you considering?

I'm thinking about using URL paths. Is that a good option?

Yes, using URL paths is a common and clear method. For example, you can structure your API endpoints like this: /api/v1/resource and /api/v2/resource. This makes it easy for clients to understand which version they are using.

What are the pros and cons of using query parameters for versioning?

Using query parameters like /api/resource?version=1 can be flexible and less intrusive, but it may not be as clear as URL paths. It can also complicate caching and documentation.

Thanks! What about versioning in headers?

Versioning in headers is another option, where you specify the version in the request headers. This keeps the URL clean but can be less discoverable for users.