Optic
The API-first company.
Overview
Optic helps you document and test your APIs by observing their behavior. It automatically generates and updates your OpenAPI specification as you develop your API, and it helps you catch breaking changes before they reach production. Optic can be used as a command-line tool or integrated into your CI/CD pipeline.
✨ Key Features
- Automated OpenAPI Generation
- API Change Management
- API Testing
- CI/CD Integration
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Automated OpenAPI generation from traffic
- Focus on API change management
- Developer-friendly CLI tool
Unique Value: Optic automates the tedious process of creating and maintaining OpenAPI specifications, and helps you catch breaking API changes before they impact your users.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Keeping OpenAPI specifications up-to-date with the implementation
- Preventing breaking changes from being deployed to production
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Full lifecycle API management (not a primary focus)
🏆 Alternatives
Optic's approach of generating OpenAPI from traffic is a key differentiator from design-first tools like SwaggerHub and Stoplight. It provides a more automated and developer-friendly workflow for keeping documentation up-to-date.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Enterprise tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 14-day free trial
Free tier: For open-source projects and small teams
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