What the Heck is an API: Simple Metaphors and Real-World Uses Without the Geek Speak
APIs don’t have to be intimidating. This plain-English guide uses simple metaphors (like a concierge or waiter) to explain what APIs are, why they matter, and how small businesses use them to eliminate copy-paste work, reduce errors, and automate order, inventory, and scheduling workflows—often paying back in under 90 days.