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a6-recipe-api-versioning

Implement API versioning strategies for Apache APISIX using the a6 CLI.

1|2|Updated Mar 6, 2026
Search Tags:#api versioning#redirect#apisix#traffic splitting#a6 cli#proxy rewrite
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npx skills add https://github.com/moonming/a6 --skill a6-recipe-api-versioning
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Skill: a6-recipe-api-versioning
Source: https://github.com/moonming/a6/tree/main/skills/a6-recipe-api-versioning
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/moonming/a6 --skill a6-recipe-api-versioning

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a structured approach to implementing and managing various API versioning strategies within Apache APISIX, ensuring smooth transitions and backward compatibility for your APIs.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Multiple Versioning Strategies: Supports URI path, header-based, and query parameter versioning.
  • Gradual Migration: Facilitates seamless traffic shifting between API versions using weighted routing.
  • Version Deprecation: Enables graceful deprecation of older API versions with automatic redirects.
  • Use Case: You are releasing a new version of your user API. Use this Skill to set up both v1 and v2 routes, gradually shift traffic from v1 to v2, and then redirect any remaining v1 requests to v2.

Quick Start

Use the a6-recipe-api-versioning skill to create versioned upstreams and routes for API v1 and v2.

Frequently Asked Questions about a6-recipe-api-versioning

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I implement API versioning in APISIX?▼

You can implement API versioning in APISIX using the a6 CLI to configure routing rules. It supports URI path, header-based, and query parameter versioning to direct requests to specific upstream versions.

What are the different strategies for API versioning?▼

The main API versioning strategies include URI path versioning, header-based versioning, and query parameter versioning. These approaches allow clients to target specific API versions during transitions.

How do I gradually shift traffic between API versions for migration?▼

Gradual traffic shifting between API versions is achieved using weighted routing in APISIX. This allows you to incrementally migrate users from an older version to a newer one by adjusting traffic split percentages.

Can I redirect old API versions to new ones in APISIX?▼

Yes, you can redirect old API versions to new ones in APISIX using the proxy rewrite plugin. This enables automatic redirects for deprecated versions, ensuring clients access the updated endpoints.

Do I need the a6 CLI to manage APISIX routing configurations?▼

Yes, the a6 CLI is required to manage APISIX routing configurations for this workflow. It acts as the interface to define versioned upstreams, routes, and traffic splitting rules.

What is the best way to deprecate an API version without breaking clients?▼

The best way to deprecate an API version without breaking clients is combining weighted routing with automatic redirects. Gradually shift traffic to the new version, then redirect remaining requests from the deprecated endpoint.

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