What is create-api.dev by Kong?
A lightweight AI-powered tool for generating OpenAPI specs. No login, no setup. Built by Kong to make spec creation and collaboration faster with AI. It’s a first step, with more planned around how AI can improve the full API lifecycle.
Problem
Users manually writing OpenAPI specs with coding and documentation knowledge, leading to time-consuming and error-prone processes that hinder collaboration and slow API development speed
Solution
A web-based AI tool enabling users to generate OpenAPI specifications automatically using AI without login or setup, share specs via URL, and collaborate in real-time
Customers
Developers, API designers, and product managers in tech companies working on API development projects
Unique Features
Zero-config AI generation, built-in collaboration features, Kong's API expertise integration, roadmap for full API lifecycle AI integration
User Comments
Significantly reduces spec creation time
Simplifies team collaboration
Eliminates manual formatting errors
Seamless sharing via URLs
Trusted solution from established API company
Traction
Launched 2023 by Kong (known for API tools with 100K+ enterprise users), initial version focuses on spec generation with future AI lifecycle features planned
Market Size
Global API management market projected to reach $13.7 billion by 2027 (MarketsandMarkets)
