HTTP methods like GET, POST, PUT, PATCH, and DELETE form the backbone of REST APIs, enabling seamless client-server communication. In this video, we break down the purpose and best practices for each HTTP method, from fetching data with GET to creating resources with POST, and ensuring idempotency with PUT and DELETE. Learn how to design clean, maintainable APIs with practical examples, including handling partial updates with PATCH and using soft deletes for better data management. Perfect for developers aiming to level up their API design skills. Stay tuned for advanced REST API design patterns in the next video! 🚀
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Timestamps
00:00 Introduction – Importance of HTTP Methods in REST APIs
00:39 What Are REST APIs? – Resources and Stateless Communication
02:17 GET Method – Fetching Resources with Best Practices
03:26 POST Method – Creating Resources Securely and Efficiently
04:30 PUT Method – Replacing Resources with Idempotent Updates
06:31 PATCH Method – Partial Updates and Ensuring Data Consistency
08:12 DELETE Method – Safe and Idempotent Resource Removal
09:41 HEAD and OPTIONS – Lightweight Metadata Retrieval and Preflight Requests
11:02 Outro – Advanced REST API Patterns Coming Up
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