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How would you explain a pitfall of not handling JSON schema changes in an interview?
Track: Java
Topic: HTTP JSON APIs
Focus: API Versioning
Java: API Versioning
Answer
Can lead to client crashes. Frame the concept in practical terms so you can explain it during interview discussion.
Ignoring JSON schema changes might cause applications to break if the expected data structure changes unexpectedly. For example, if a shipping API changes the 'address' field from a string to an object, clients expecting a string will encounter errors unless they are updated to handle the new structure.
Ignoring JSON schema changes might cause applications to break if the expected data structure changes unexpectedly. For example, if a shipping API changes the 'address' field from a string to an object, clients expecting a string will encounter errors unless they are updated to handle the new structure.
Topics: API Versioning HTTP JSON APIs Java