API Entwicklung

REST APIs
that connect systems

Modern applications need stable interfaces. I develop secure, documented APIs that connect your systems seamlessly.

GET/api/v1/products
{
  "status": "success",
  "data": [
    {
      "id": 1,
      "name": "Premium Service",
      "price": 299.00
    }
  ],
  "meta": {
    "total": 42,
    "page": 1
  }
}
200 OK45ms
Typical Problems

Sound Familiar?

Systems Don't Talk

ERP, CRM, shop – all isolated solutions without connection. Data is copied manually.

Manual Processes

Excel export, import, copy-paste – time-consuming and error-prone.

Insecure Connection

Existing interfaces without authentication – a security risk.

No Documentation

Nobody documented the old API – every change is guesswork.

Vincent Kilchherr - API Entwickler
16+
Years API Experience
Your API Specialist

APIs Are My Speciality

I am Vincent, a backend developer from Basel. I have been building APIs since before REST became the standard – and know all the pitfalls.

From simple webhook integration to complex microservices architecture – I develop interfaces that work, scale and are documented.

100+
API Projects
REST
& GraphQL
PHP
Laravel/CI
OAuth
JWT/API-Keys
Services

My API Services

From conception to documentation – everything from one source

REST API Development

Clean, RESTful APIs following best practices – with versioning, pagination and error handling.

Security & Auth

OAuth 2.0, JWT tokens, API keys – secure authentication following industry standards.

OpenAPI Documentation

Interactive API documentation with Swagger/OpenAPI – for easy integration.

Webhooks & Events

Real-time notifications when data changes – for immediate reactions.

Third-Party Integration

Connection to external APIs: payment providers, CRM, ERP, shipping services.

Testing & Monitoring

Automated tests, rate limiting and monitoring for stable APIs.

Why Me

What Sets Me Apart as an API Developer

Not just writing code, but designing interfaces that others enjoy using.

16+
Years API Experience
100%
Documented
Clean Code

RESTful design following best practices – consistent and predictable

Documentation First

Every API is documented – with OpenAPI/Swagger

Security by Design

Authentication and authorisation from the start

Performance-Optimised

Caching, rate limiting, efficient queries

Process

How Your API Is Built

From requirement to production use

1

Requirements

What data? Which systems? Who uses the API? We define the scope together.

2

API Design

Endpoints, resources, authentication – I design the API structure.

3

Development

Implementation with tests and documentation – iteratively with regular feedback.

4

Go Live

Deployment, set up monitoring and handover of complete documentation.

Use Cases

Typical API Projects

Mobile App Backend

REST API as a backend for iOS/Android apps with user authentication and push notifications.

E-Commerce Integration

Shop connection to ERP, PIM or inventory management – products, orders, stock levels in sync.

B2B Interfaces

Partner APIs for automated data exchange – orders, delivery status, invoices.

"Our systems were completely isolated – now orders flow automatically from the shop into the ERP. Vincent not only built the API but also documented it superbly. New developers find their way immediately."

Thomas R.
CTO, E-Commerce Company
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

That depends heavily on the scope. A simple REST API for a small project starts at around CHF 3,000; complex integrations with multiple systems can cost CHF 15,000+. I am happy to create a non-binding quote.

REST is more established and the right choice for most projects. GraphQL makes sense with complex data structures and when the client needs flexible queries. I am happy to advise on what suits your project.

Standard is OAuth 2.0 or JWT for authentication, combined with rate limiting, input validation and HTTPS. Depending on requirements also IP whitelisting or API keys.

Yes, always. Every API is documented with OpenAPI/Swagger – with an interactive interface for testing. So other developers can use the API immediately.

Yes, I also integrate third-party APIs: payment providers (Stripe, Payrexx), shipping (Swiss Post, DHL), CRM (Salesforce, HubSpot) and many more.

The API is equipped with monitoring so errors are detected immediately. If needed I also offer maintenance and support.

Ready to Connect Your Systems?

Let us talk about your API project. I will get back to you within 24 hours.