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. 🚀