Authentication and Authorization
The API gateway can handle authentication and authorization for incoming requests. It can authenticate clients using various methods, such as API keys, OAuth tokens, or JWT tokens, and enforce access control policies to ensure that only authorized clients can access certain resources.
What is the Role of API gateway in Microservices?
In a Microservices architecture, an API gateway is a key component that serves as a single entry point for clients to access various services. It acts as a reverse proxy that routes requests from clients to the appropriate microservice.
Below are some key roles of an API gateway in a microservices architecture: