Introduction
Postman is an API platform for building and using APIs. Postman simplifies each step of the API lifecycle and streamlines collaboration so you can create better APIs—faster.
Capabilities, Benefits, and Key Features
The Postman platform includes a comprehensive set of tools that help accelerate the API lifecycle—from design, testing, documentation, and mocking to the sharing and discoverability of your APIs.
Limitations / Technology Requirements
Postman is available for MacOS, Windows, Linux devices, and as a web-app.
What can I expect?
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Support Tier: Tier 2 - Sponsor Support: If students were to contact IT Help, they refer the user to an individual sponsor, typically an instructor of a given course. The sponsor would work directly with the vendor on any unresolved issues.
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Acquisition Model:
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Direct Download: Software is downloaded to a local computer and installed to run from that specific device.
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Registration: Online user account is used to login to the application each time of use, frequently using Miami's Identity and Access single-sign on capability with your Miami UniqueID and password.
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Licensing Model: Registered User License: The license is included with online registration.
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Authentication Model: Independent Registration: The user is required to create an account individually with the application vendor.
Who may use it?
Students will use this for creating and testing APIs in classes and for capstone.
How do I get started?
Visit this page to download the compatible version, or to sign up and use the web-app version.
Is there a charge to me or my department?
Pricing information for Postman can be found here.