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What’s the main difference between API, Toolkit, Framework, and Library?
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My question is very simple, and I want a clear answer with a simple example.
What’s the main difference between API, Toolkit, Framework, and Library?
This has always been my understanding, you will no doubt see differing opinions on the subject:
API (Application Programming Interface) – Allows you to use code in an already functional application in a stand-alone fasion.
Framework – Code that gives you base classes and interfaces for a certain task/application type, usually in the form of a design pattern. (Though not always)
Library – Related code that can be swapped in and out at will to accomplish tasks at a class level
Toolkit – Related code that can be used to accomplish tasks at a component level.