When to Use HTTP GET vs POST
Offered By: Hussein Nasser via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the key differences between HTTP GET and POST methods in this informative video tutorial. Learn when to use each method by examining their properties, including body content, data request limits, data types, safety, idempotency, caching, and bookmarking capabilities. Understand the anatomy of HTTP requests, including URL, method type, headers, and body content. Discover practical use cases for GET and POST, such as handling large data transfers and ensuring security. Gain insights into caching, prefetching, and the concept of idempotency in web requests. By the end of this tutorial, you'll be equipped to make informed decisions on choosing between GET and POST methods for your web development projects.
Syllabus
Intro
HTTP Requests
GET vs POST
What is GET vs POST
Data request limited
URL
Security
Taught by
Hussein Nasser
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