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What is the difference between API Testing and Unit testing?

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  A certain type of behavior is reflected by API, which is considered to be a library, that can be included in the code. For example, compatible bytecodes are shared by using a Java API in Scala. API testing focuses on obtaining a logically correct result. When it comes to unit testing, it ensures that each of the units is being tested as per the specific functional requirements. In this article, you will get to know the differences between API testing and unit testing. What is Application Programming Interface (API) testing? API provides a platform through which two software systems can communicate effectively. API   testing is a testing process wherein APIs are assessed both as part of integration testing and even independently. This is done to know, if it can fulfill performance, reliability, functionality and security requirements. Following are a few key points that need to be taken into consideration: l   It focuses and works on the system under test l   The entire system