What is the primary purpose of the API Manager in Anypoint Platform?

The primary purpose of the API Manager in the Anypoint Platform is to manage APIs, which encompasses aspects such as security, user access control, and the application of policies. With API Manager, organizations can enforce security measures like authentication and authorization, apply rate limiting to control traffic, and set up various policies that govern how APIs are consumed. This functionality is essential for maintaining control over APIs, ensuring they are secure, reliable, and compliant with organizational standards.

API Manager also allows for the versioning of APIs, facilitating smooth transitions and upgrades without disrupting service. By managing APIs in this way, organizations can optimize the developer experience while also ensuring that business and technical requirements are met.

In contrast, automating deployment processes, facilitating data mapping, and monitoring application performance are important functions within the broader Anypoint Platform, but they fall outside the specific focus of the API Manager. The API Manager’s core competency lies in the governance and lifecycle management of APIs.