11.2.1. Common HTTP Methods

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is the purpose of the GET method?

   Hint

   Think about how you request information.

2. 2.

   Name one HTTP method used to remove resources.

   Hint

   Which method suggests erasing something?

3. 3.

   Which HTTP method is used to retrieve data from a server?

   • GET
   • POST
   • DELETE

   Hint

   Think of it as asking for information.

4. 4.

   True or False: The PUT method is used for creating new resources.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   One adds while the other alters.

5. 5.

   You are building an application where users can manage their profiles. Describe how you would implement each HTTP method to handle the user data.

   Hint

   Consider each method's purpose.

6. 6.

   Imagine you are debugging a REST API. You notice data is being lost after a POST request. What might be the issue, and how would you resolve it?

   Hint

   Think of how data is stored and managed.