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Public APIs Repository Faces Challenges with Timely Pull Request Reviews Amidst Active Community Contributions

The Public APIs repository, a community-curated collection of free APIs, continues to serve as a vital resource for developers seeking diverse API integrations. Despite active contributions and maintenance efforts, the project faces challenges with timely pull request reviews, potentially impacting community engagement.

Recent Activity

Recent issues and pull requests highlight ongoing maintenance and expansion efforts. Notable themes include the removal of deprecated APIs and the introduction of new ones, such as Zuplo (#3962) and onlypepes (#3961). The development team, including members like Matheus Felipe and Faye Nichols, has been actively involved in adding new APIs and fixing broken links. However, there is a noticeable delay in reviewing and merging pull requests, which could hinder the project's progress.

Development Team and Recent Contributions

Of Note

  1. Delayed PR Reviews: Despite meeting contribution standards, many PRs remain unmerged, which could discourage future contributions.

  2. Active API Maintenance: Significant efforts are directed towards maintaining API integrity by removing non-functional entries.

  3. Community Engagement: The repository benefits from active community involvement, with numerous contributors adding diverse APIs.

  4. Documentation Updates: Frequent updates to README.md indicate ongoing improvements in project documentation.

  5. Reliability Concerns: Issues like AniAPI's downtime raise questions about the reliability of listed resources.

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Quantified Commit Activity Over 30 Days

Developer Avatar Branches PRs Commits Files Changes
APILayer 1 0/0/0 1 1 67
Adam Ross (R055A) 0 2/0/0 0 0 0
Geokeo (Geokeo) 0 1/0/0 0 0 0
Sivori (sivori) 0 1/0/0 0 0 0
Wenbin Fang (wenbinf) 0 1/0/0 0 0 0
Frank Stüber (fstueber) 0 0/0/1 0 0 0
Kyle Calica (stcalica) 0 1/0/1 0 0 0
Aleix Algueró (stv-beep) 0 1/0/0 0 0 0
Namithesh (Namithesh) 0 1/0/1 0 0 0
Mitul Patel (bittricky) 0 3/0/2 0 0 0
Peter (karussell) 0 1/0/0 0 0 0
Mirasayon (mirasayon) 0 0/0/1 0 0 0
RyanLee355 (RyanLee355) 0 1/0/0 0 0 0
Melissa Longenberger (melissa-24) 0 1/0/0 0 0 0
Benjamin Brasseur (benjaminbra) 0 1/0/0 0 0 0
None (ran-dulberg) 0 1/0/0 0 0 0
Ismael Bautista (ismaventuras) 0 1/0/0 0 0 0
Adrian Machado (AdrianMachado) 0 1/0/0 0 0 0
Dharmendra Soni (dharmendrasha) 0 1/0/1 0 0 0
Tasnim Tantawi (tasnim0tantawi) 0 1/0/0 0 0 0
Abi Dharshan (abishekdharshan) 0 1/0/0 0 0 0

PRs: created by that dev and opened/merged/closed-unmerged during the period

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Recent GitHub Issues Activity

Timespan Opened Closed Comments Labeled Milestones
7 Days 0 0 0 0 0
30 Days 10 1 4 10 1
90 Days 17 7 5 17 1
1 Year 108 98 53 100 1
All Time 599 588 - - -

Like all software activity quantification, these numbers are imperfect but sometimes useful. Comments, Labels, and Milestones refer to those issues opened in the timespan in question.

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Recent Activity Analysis

The Public APIs repository currently has 11 open issues, indicating ongoing community engagement and activity. Notable themes include requests for updates on broken links and inquiries about the status of various APIs, particularly those that are no longer functional. A significant number of issues revolve around the removal or replacement of deprecated APIs, highlighting a potential challenge in maintaining the repository's relevance as external services change.

Several issues exhibit a recurring pattern of contributors suggesting that certain APIs, like AniAPI and Excuser API, are either down or redirecting to ads, which raises concerns about the reliability of listed resources. Furthermore, there is a noticeable absence of responses to some urgent queries, such as the status of AniAPI, which may indicate a need for more proactive issue management.

Issue Details

Most Recently Created Issues

  1. Issue #3959: Created 9 days ago by Mohammedgamalalshazly

    • Priority: Low
    • Status: Open
    • Comments: Suggests opening a pull request instead of an issue for adding new entries.
  2. Issue #3952: Created 22 days ago by peppapig13132

    • Priority: Medium
    • Status: Open
    • Comments: Questions the availability of AniAPI due to a non-functional domain.
  3. Issue #3946: Created 24 days ago by Micheal1113

    • Priority: Low
    • Status: Open
    • Comments: Contains minimal interaction.
  4. Issue #3932: Created 30 days ago by Adam Ross

    • Priority: Medium
    • Status: Open
    • Comments: Requests an update to replace a legacy link for Cartes.io API.
  5. Issue #3942: Created 25 days ago by Rayyan Nafees

    • Priority: Medium
    • Status: Open
    • Comments: Provides a new link for the Excuser API after the old one went down.

Most Recently Updated Issues

  1. Issue #3946: Edited 4 days ago.
  2. Issue #3932: Edited 11 days ago.
  3. Issue #3948: Edited 24 days ago.
  4. Issue #3950: Edited 23 days ago.
  5. Issue #3943: Edited 25 days ago.

Summary

The current open issues reflect a mix of requests for updates on broken links and inquiries about API availability, with some contributors actively seeking to replace outdated entries. The repository's maintenance team may need to prioritize addressing these concerns to ensure that users have access to reliable and functional APIs.

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Overview

The dataset contains a list of open pull requests (PRs) for the Public APIs repository, highlighting recent contributions and changes made to the project. There are currently 302 open PRs, with a variety of updates ranging from adding new APIs to fixing broken links and enhancing documentation.

Summary of Pull Requests

  1. PR #3962: Add Zuplo to Development

    • Created 1 day ago by Adrian Machado.
    • Introduces the Zuplo API, a free API management platform, to the Development section.
  2. PR #3961: Added onlypepes API

    • Created 3 days ago by Ismael Bautista.
    • Adds the onlypepes API for random Pepe memes to the Memes section.
  3. PR #3960: Clientsbee added

    • Created 6 days ago by Geokeo.
    • Introduces Clientsbee, a free leads service for business data, to the relevant section.
  4. PR #3959: Add HTTPHive API

    • Created 15 days ago by Melissa Longenberger.
    • Adds the HTTPHive API for bee-themed images related to HTTP status codes.
  5. PR #3958: Spelling fix in README

    • Created 16 days ago by RyanLee355.
    • Corrects a spelling error in the README regarding "Hong Kong Observatory."
  6. PR #3957: Add Zerion API to README.md

    • Created 18 days ago by Abi Dharshan.
    • Adds the Zerion API for cryptocurrency data to the relevant section.
  7. PR #3956: Added dataminer.site to web scrapper/crawler

    • Created 18 days ago by Dharmendra Soni.
    • Introduces dataminer.site as a web crawler API.
  8. PR #3955: Update broken link for Excuser API

    • Created 19 days ago by Tasnim Tantawi.
    • Updates the link for the Excuser API to a new working URL.
  9. PR #3954: Update destination URL for Bhagavad Gita

    • Created 24 days ago by Sivori.
    • Changes the URL for accessing Bhagavad Gita documentation.
  10. PR #3953: Added FatSecret to Food & Drinks

    • Created 19 days ago by Ran Dulberg.
    • Introduces FatSecret, an API for food and recipe search.

Analysis of Pull Requests

The recent pull requests reflect a vibrant community actively contributing to the Public APIs repository, showcasing both new additions and necessary corrections. A significant theme is the introduction of new APIs across various categories, such as development tools (e.g., Zuplo), entertainment (e.g., onlypepes), and food-related services (e.g., FatSecret). This diversity indicates an ongoing effort to keep the repository relevant and useful for developers seeking different functionalities.

Another notable trend is the attention given to maintaining existing entries, as seen in PRs focused on fixing broken links or updating outdated information (e.g., Excuser API and Bhagavad Gita). This maintenance is crucial for ensuring that users can rely on the repository as a trustworthy resource without encountering dead links or incorrect information.

Moreover, there is a consistent adherence to contribution guidelines among submitters, as evidenced by checklists included in each PR description. This structured approach not only enhances the quality of contributions but also streamlines the review process for maintainers.

However, it is concerning that some PRs remain unmerged despite meeting contribution standards. For instance, PRs like those adding new APIs or correcting existing ones may not be receiving timely reviews or approvals, which could hinder community engagement and discourage contributors from participating further. Addressing this bottleneck would be beneficial for maintaining an active contributor base and ensuring that valuable additions are integrated promptly.

In summary, while the influx of new APIs and maintenance efforts are commendable, improving response times for PR reviews could enhance community satisfaction and encourage more contributions in the future. The repository's health relies on both its content richness and its ability to adapt quickly to changes in available resources.

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Repo Commits Analysis

Development Team and Recent Activity

Team Members and Recent Contributions

  1. APILayer (apilayer-admin)

    • Recent Activity:
    • Updated README.md 15 days ago, making significant changes (-55 lines).
    • Prior updates to README.md occurred 39 days ago and multiple times over the past year.
    • Collaboration: Primarily works independently with no recent pull requests.
  2. Matheus Felipe (matheusfelipeog)

    • Recent Activity:
    • Extensive contributions including adding new APIs, removing broken links, and fixing issues related to API accessibility.
    • Notable actions include removing multiple broken APIs (e.g., WeatherReactApi, Utelly) and adding new ones like "Threat Jammer" and "Owen Wilson Wow".
    • Involved in improving link validation scripts and enhancing repository workflows.
    • Collaboration: Collaborated with various contributors on specific API additions.
  3. Kyle Calica (stcalica)

    • Recent Activity:
    • Merged pull request #3805 related to a redesign of the Postman section.
    • Collaboration: Worked with APILayer on merging contributions.
  4. Faye Nichols

    • Recent Activity:
    • Contributed several new APIs including "Hirak OCR" and "Hirak FaceAPI".
    • Collaboration: Collaborated with Matheus Felipe on multiple additions.
  5. Others (Various Contributors)

    • Multiple contributors such as Zaldy Pagaduan Jr., Diego Parrilla, and others have made individual contributions primarily focused on adding new APIs or fixing existing entries.
    • Many contributors have open pull requests but no recent commits.

Patterns and Themes

  • Focus on Maintenance: A significant portion of recent activity revolves around maintaining the integrity of the API listings by removing broken links and updating documentation.
  • Community Engagement: The repository shows active community involvement with numerous contributors adding new APIs, indicating a healthy collaborative environment.
  • Documentation Updates: Frequent updates to README.md suggest ongoing efforts to improve project documentation and usability for developers.
  • Feature Additions vs. Bug Fixes: There is a balanced approach between introducing new features (new APIs) and addressing bugs (removing broken APIs), showcasing a commitment to both growth and reliability.

Conclusions

The development team is actively engaged in both enhancing the repository's offerings through new API integrations and ensuring the quality of existing resources by removing non-functional entries. The collaborative nature of contributions indicates a vibrant community that supports the project's ongoing success.