API rate limits occur when too many requests are sent to a third-party service in a short period. To avoid this, implement a token bucket algorithm or IP throttling logic on the server-side container.
Queue excessive requests using message brokers like RabbitMQ or Pub/Sub and control request bursts. Monitor server logs for rate-limiting response codes (e.g., 429 Too Many Requests) and optimize request frequency based on service limits.
