Misusing query parameters complicates API maintenance TL;DR: Use URL paths or headers for API versioning.Problems 😔Confusing parametersHigh maintenanceInconsistent versioningClient errorsMisused queriesBackward incompatibilityURL clutterHidden complexityWrong semanticsParameter collisionsBreaking changesSolutions 😃Adopt URL pathsAvoid query parametersPrefer headersVersion on breaking changesKeep old versions runningDeprecate old versions carefullyContext 💬When you change an API in a way that breaks existing clients, you create problems.\To avoid this, you must version your API.\Versioning lets you add new features or change behavior without stopping old clients from working.\You usually put the version number in the API URL path, HTTP headers, or, less commonly, in query parameters.\Each method has pros and cons. URL path versioning is simple and visible. Header versioning keeps URLs clean but adds complexity.\Query parameters can clutter URLs and can be confusing. Use versioning only for breaking changes. Managing multiple versions increases maintenance work but ensures reliability and user trust.Sample Code 📖Wrong ❌