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I am not a programmer- what exactly is the Flickr API and what does it mean to me?

April 26, 2017API Flickr mean

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I am not a programmer- what exactly is the Flickr API and what does it mean to me?

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API stands for Application Programming Interface which allows outside (“third party”) applications or websites to communicate with Flickr and exchange information. This exchange allows developers to create cool programs or services that make use of data from Flickr. That might mean allowing you to use your photos to make a calendar, introducing new ways or presenting public photos or enhancing your Flickr experience with tools or features which Flickr doesn’t offer directly. There are many popular third party applications built by clever developers, and Flickr’s open API allows them to create these. Some developers create games, screen savers, photo albums, and lots more. For some samples, you can start on the “do more” page or our services page.