The “API Backlog” Working Group (WG) of CAMARA plays a crucial role in managing the lifecycle of API proposals and ensuring the continuous growth and improvement of the CAMARA project. This group serves as the central hub for coordinating the introduction, evaluation, and progression of new APIs within the CAMARA ecosystem.

The API Backlog WG is supervised by the Technical Steering Committee (TSC), ensuring alignment with CAMARA’s overall technical direction and strategic goals. Key responsibilities include:

• API Proposal Management:
  • Receive and process new API proposals.
  • Assess alignment with CAMARA’s goals and standards.
  • Facilitate discussions between proposers and subject matter experts.
• Evaluation and Recommendation:
  • Analyze technical feasibility, market demand, and strategic alignment.
  • Prepare reports and recommendations for the TSC.
  • Lead review sessions to discuss proposal merits and challenges.
• Sub-Project Support:
  • Assist in setting up repositories for approved APIs.
  • Guide proposers through the incubation process, ensuring compliance with CAMARA guidelines.
  • Support API transition from incubation to stable status.
• API Lifecycle Oversight:
  • Monitor API progress through development stages.
  • Identify and address potential bottlenecks.
  • Recommend updates or deprecation based on industry trends and user feedback.
• Documentation and Reporting:
  • Maintain an updated API Backlog reflecting proposal and project statuses.
  • Prepare regular reports for the TSC and CAMARA community.
  • Develop and update documentation for the API proposal and development process.
• Community Engagement:
  • Act as a liaison between API proposers, developers, and the TSC.
  • Organize and participate in community events for feedback and promotion.
  • Collaborate with other WG to ensure alignment across CAMARA’s initiatives.

The API Backlog WG is essential for maintaining the dynamism and relevance of CAMARA’s API offerings, ensuring that the project continues to meet the evolving needs of the telecommunications industry and its partners.