# Weaviate GraphQL API The Weaviate REST API provides full programmatic access to vector database operations including object CRUD, schema management, GraphQL vector search, multi-tenancy, backups, authentication, authorization, and cluster management. **Documentation:** https://weaviate.io/developers/weaviate/api/rest **References:** - Documentation: https://weaviate.io/developers/weaviate/api/rest - GettingStarted: https://weaviate.io/developers/weaviate/quickstart