API
An application programming interface that lets software read or change DDI objects programmatically. Common styles include REST, vendor-specific web APIs, and standards-based protocols such as DNS UPDATE.
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5 definitions associated with Automation.
Race condition
A timing problem in which concurrent processes read the same available resource and both attempt to allocate or modify it. Transactional allocation or server-side next-available functions help avoid duplicate assignments.
REST
Representational State Transfer, a common API style using HTTP methods and resource representations. DDI REST APIs often support CRUD operations, search, pagination, authentication, and asynchronous tasks.
WAPI
The Infoblox NIOS Web API, a REST-like interface for querying and modifying Grid objects. Versioned WAPI endpoints expose object types, fields, functions, paging, and authentication controls.
Workflow
A controlled sequence of request, validation, approval, implementation, verification, notification, and closure steps. DDI workflows reduce manual error and preserve ownership and audit evidence.