Postman Acquires liblab to Elevate API Development and Drive Unified Lifecycle Management
In a move set to redefine the API-first ecosystem, Postman, the world’s leading API collaboration platform, has announced the acquisition of liblab, a pioneering platform that automates the generation and maintenance of Software Development Kits (SDKs). This strategic acquisition underscores Postman’s commitment to delivering a comprehensive API lifecycle platform while empowering developers to build AI-ready, agent-enabled APIs more efficiently than ever before.
The integration of liblab’s innovative technology into Postman’s platform will streamline the entire API lifecycle—from design and testing to documentation and consumption. By addressing one of the most persistent pain points in API development, SDK creation and maintenance, Postman aims to further accelerate innovation for its global community of over 40 million developers.
The Challenge of SDK Creation in Modern API Development
Software Development Kits (SDKs) play a critical role in driving API adoption by enabling developers to interact with APIs seamlessly across multiple programming languages. However, creating and maintaining high-quality SDKs has traditionally been a time-consuming and error-prone process. Developers often face challenges such as ensuring consistency, keeping SDKs up-to-date with API changes, and tailoring them to meet the unique needs of different programming ecosystems.
“SDKs are essential to driving API adoption, but creating and maintaining them is often cumbersome,” said Abhinav Asthana, co-founder and CEO of Postman. “With its developer-first mindset, liblab made SDK generation simpler than ever before. Its technology is a natural extension of the Postman API Platform, helping deliver an even more seamless experience for API producers and consumers alike and supporting our mission to help teams build high-quality, AI-ready APIs that power agents and connected systems.”
By acquiring liblab, Postman is addressing this challenge head-on, offering developers a streamlined way to generate and maintain SDKs without sacrificing quality or customization. This move not only enhances Postman’s existing capabilities but also reinforces its leadership in the API-first ecosystem.
liblab: Empowering Developers with “SDKs-as-a-Service”
Founded in 2022, liblab was created with a mission to make API consumption effortless and empower developers to build faster. The company’s “SDKs-as-a-service” model revolutionized the way developers interact with APIs by enabling them to generate high-quality, customizable SDKs in seconds. These SDKs are designed to mirror the look and feel of expert-written libraries in every major programming language, ensuring consistency and usability across diverse ecosystems.
“What Postman provides for API producers, liblab offers to API consumers,” said Sagiv Ofek, founder and CEO of liblab. “Together, we’re completing the loop, allowing developers not only to design, test, and document APIs but also to instantly generate high-quality SDKs in every major language, all within the same workflow.”
This synergy between Postman and liblab creates a unified platform where developers can manage the entire API lifecycle from a single interface. By automating the generation of SDKs, liblab’s technology reduces the friction associated with API consumption, enabling teams to focus on building innovative solutions rather than grappling with technical complexities.
Expanding Postman’s Core Use Cases
The integration of liblab’s technology expands Postman’s core use cases beyond API exploration, development, and testing. With automated SDK generation now part of the platform, developers can keep documentation, test suites, and client SDKs in sync effortlessly. This synchronization ensures that all components of the API ecosystem remain consistent, reducing errors and accelerating innovation across languages and frameworks.
For enterprises, this means faster time-to-market for new applications and services. Teams can leverage API endpoints or published SDKs to build software more efficiently, knowing that their tools are always aligned with the latest updates. As APIs increasingly serve as the backbone of modern software architecture—including AI-driven and agent-enabled systems—this level of integration becomes indispensable.
Driving Innovation in the API-First Ecosystem
The acquisition of liblab strengthens Postman’s position as a leader in the API-first ecosystem. By combining liblab’s SDK automation capabilities with its robust suite of API tools, Postman is poised to deliver unparalleled value to both API producers and consumers. This unified approach supports the growing demand for AI-ready APIs, which are essential for powering intelligent agents, connected systems, and next-generation applications.
Moreover, the acquisition reflects Postman’s dedication to fostering a developer-centric culture. By prioritizing ease of use, automation, and cross-platform compatibility, Postman continues to lower barriers to entry for developers worldwide. Whether they’re seasoned professionals or newcomers to API development, users benefit from a platform that simplifies complex processes while maintaining flexibility and control.
A Vision for the Future of API Development
As organizations increasingly adopt API-first strategies, the need for tools that support the entire API lifecycle becomes paramount. Postman’s acquisition of liblab represents a significant step toward realizing this vision. By unifying API design, testing, documentation, and consumption under one roof, Postman is setting a new standard for what developers can achieve in the realm of API development.
About Postman
Postman is the world’s leading API collaboration platform, used by more than 40 million developers and 500,000 organizations, including 98% of the Fortune 500. In a world that is increasingly embracing an API-first mindset, Postman is uniquely positioned to streamline API and AI application development and drive innovation through teamwork by transcending traditional testing and fostering team collaboration across the entire API development lifecycle — from creation to deployment. The company is headquartered in San Francisco with offices in Bangalore, Boston, New York City, and Tokyo. Postman is privately held, with funding from Battery Ventures, BOND, Coatue, CRV, Insight Partners, and Nexus Venture Partners. Learn more at postman.com or connect with Postman on X via @getpostman.
