Mobile apps depend on remote APIs, but networks are unreliable, latency is variable, and users expect responsive screens. Interviewers want to see whether you can design a client-side integration that is correct, resilient, and maintainable.
Explain how you would handle API integration in a mobile app.
Address these points:
Focus on the client-side engineering approach rather than backend implementation details. A strong answer should cover request flow, state management, error handling, and practical trade-offs for performance and reliability.