Global connectivity felt like a myth – but in 2014 it’s almost a reality. Now that every home, workplace, and even pocket is connected to the internet, how can we turn it from a sprawling mess of devices and services to something a little more harmonious? The answer is simple – an API for everything, and for everything an API. In this talk, we’ll discuss why public APIs matter, the positive impact they can have, and how a leap of faith can give you more return than you imagine.