Abacus vs WikiPathways Webservices
If you need a Development API that's easy to integrate, go with Abacus.
Abacus
Free and simple counting service. You can use it to track page hits and specific events
WikiPathways Webservices
API provided by wikipathways.org
Abacus
- No authentication required
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
WikiPathways Webservices
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
| Feature | Abacus | WikiPathways Webservices |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | None | apiKey |
| HTTPS | Yes | Yes |
| CORS | Yes | Unknown |
When to use which?
Abacus is the better choice for quick prototypes and hackathons since it requires no authentication. Abacus works directly from the browser with CORS enabled, making it better for frontend-only apps.