Task 5.1.1: Define RESTful endpoints (e.g., GET, POST, PUT, DELETE)

[tommanzur]

This task focuses on designing and documenting the RESTful API endpoints for the Clinical Records Service. The objective is to establish a clear, efficient, and scalable API structure that will serve as the foundation for the backend's communication with the frontend and other potential services.

Subtasks:

Identify Resource Entities: Determine the main entities of our application, such as Patients, Medical Records, Appointments, etc., that will be manipulated through the API.
Endpoint Design: For each identified entity, design the necessary endpoints following REST principles. This includes defining path names, request methods (GET, POST, PUT, DELETE), and expected request/response formats.
Security Considerations: Outline initial security measures for API access, considering authentication and authorization strategies to protect sensitive data.
Documentation: Use tools like Swagger or Postman to document the endpoints. Documentation should include endpoint descriptions, HTTP methods, request parameters, and example responses. This will facilitate front-end integration and ensure clarity for all developers involved.
Acceptance Criteria:

A comprehensive list of API endpoints that covers all required functionalities for the clinical records service.
Documentation that is clear, complete, and accessible to both the development team and potential API consumers.
Initial security guidelines that address authentication and authorization for API access.