Introduction
Data retrieval via API is essential for fetching resources efficiently. Below are examples using common methods:
HTTP Methods
- GET: Retrieve data (e.g.,
/en/api_examples/data_retrieval
) - POST: Submit data for processing
- PUT: Update existing data
- DELETE: Remove data
Example Code
import requests
response = requests.get('https://api.example.com/data')
if response.status_code == 200:
print(response.json())
Best Practices
- Always validate API responses 🛡️
- Use caching for frequent requests 🧠
- Implement error handling for 4xx/5xx status codes ⚠️
Related Resources
- API Documentation for detailed specifications
- Data Formats to understand response structures