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Best way to test out a REST API? [closed]

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I just created a REST API using the PHP Slim Framework. However, I would like to know what the best way would be to test out this API would be. Is it best to test it out using PHP or objective-c (where it will be used) or via some online service which allows you to test out a REST API? All outputs are in JSON.

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max_ Avatar asked Jul 24 '11 21:07

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What is the best way to test REST API?

If you are not a big fan of command-line tools and rather like a GUI client to test your REST API then Postman is the best tool for you. It comes as a Chrome extension and you can install it on your chrome browser and from thereon. It is probably the most popular tool to test your REST API.

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Key Steps in Setting up End-to-End Tests:Review the requirements you'll be using end-to-end testing to validate. Set up the test environments and outline the hardware /software requirements. Define all the processes of your systems and its integrated subsystems. Describe the roles and responsibilities for each system.

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  • You should already have unit tests for this service (e.g. PHPUnit). This ensures everything works as expected.
  • You may create acceptance tests (e.g. using Selenium)
  • You may test whether the service is accessible using CURL
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takeshin Avatar answered Oct 10 '22 19:10

takeshin

Postman, an app on the Chrome Webstore is quite good too.

It has a very nice UI. All HTTP methods are supported. It even allows Basic and OAuth autentication and stores your previous requests.

Find the source code on GitHub here.

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Pramod Avatar answered Oct 10 '22 20:10

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