whats steams api

Steam's API, known as the Steam Web API, is a set of web services provided by Valve Corporation that allows developers to access and interact with various Steam features and data. The API provides endpoints that let developers retrieve information about games, user accounts, achievements, player statistics, and more. Key functionalities offered by the Steam Web API include: 1. **User Data**: Access public profile information, friend lists, achievements, and playtime data for Steam users. 2. **Game Data**: Get information about games available on Steam, including pricing, descriptions, and user reviews. 3. **Player Stats**: Retrieve statistics and achievements related to specific games for users. 4. **Market Data**: Access data about the Steam Community Market, including item prices and user listings. 5. **Community Features**: Interact with community aspects such as user reviews, game discussions, and workshop content. Developers typically use the API for creating web applications, games, or tools that enhance the Steam experience or integrate Steam features into their own applications. Access to the Steam Web API requires an API key, which can be obtained by registering with a Steam account.