Classification
2- Complexity
- Medium
- Impact area
- Technical
WSDL is an XML-based format for formally describing web service interfaces, messages, and bindings. It supports interoperable service definitions, automated stub generation, and tool integration.
360° overview
Six perspectives place the building block in context. The numbers show where each perspective continues in the reading path.
The building block at a glance
Web Services Description Language (WSDL)
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Integrations
SOAP stacks (e.g., Apache CXF, Metro)
+2
Keep interface contracts explicit and stable.
Value stream stage: Build