HTTP methods define the action to be performed on a resource. Here's a quick guide:

Common HTTP Methods

  • GET: Retrieve data (e.g., fetching a webpage) 📡
    Get_Request_Example
  • POST: Submit data (e.g., form submissions) 📝
    Post_Method_Usage
  • PUT: Update or replace a resource (e.g., editing a file) 🔄
    Put_Method_Example
  • DELETE: Remove a resource (e.g., deleting a file) 🗑️

Key Differences

Method Purpose Safe? Idempotent?
GET Read
POST Create
PUT Update
DELETE Delete

For deeper insights, check our HTTP Requests in Depth tutorial. 🚀