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Overview

The node interacts with the HttpBin API, specifically supporting HTTP GET requests under the "HTTP Verb" resource. It allows users to send HTTP GET requests with customizable query parameters. This is useful for testing and debugging HTTP requests by sending specific query parameters and observing the response from HttpBin, a service designed for HTTP request & response inspection.

Practical examples include:

  • Testing how an API handles various query parameters.
  • Debugging URL encoding issues.
  • Inspecting the structure of query parameters sent in a GET request.

Properties

Name Meaning
Type of Data Selects the type of data to send; currently only supports "Query Parameters".
Query Parameters Key-value pairs representing the query parameters to be included in the GET request URL.
  • Type of Data: Only one option available — "Query", meaning the node sends data as URL query parameters.
  • Query Parameters: Users can add multiple key-value pairs where each key is the parameter name and value is the parameter value to be appended to the URL.

Output

The node outputs JSON data representing the response from the HttpBin API after making the GET request with the specified query parameters. The output JSON typically includes details such as the URL requested, headers, and the query parameters received by HttpBin, allowing users to verify what was sent.

No binary data output is indicated.

Dependencies

  • Requires access to the public HttpBin API at https://httpbin.org.
  • Optionally uses an API authentication token credential if configured, but it is not mandatory.
  • No other external dependencies or environment variables are required.

Troubleshooting

  • Common Issues:
    • Incorrectly formatted query parameters may lead to unexpected responses.
    • Network connectivity issues could prevent reaching the HttpBin service.
  • Error Messages:
    • HTTP errors (e.g., 4xx or 5xx) indicate problems with the request or server availability.
    • Timeout errors suggest network or service unavailability.
  • Resolutions:
    • Verify query parameter keys and values are correctly set.
    • Check internet connection and ensure https://httpbin.org is reachable.
    • If using credentials, confirm they are valid and properly configured.

Links and References

This summary is based on static analysis of the provided source code and property definitions for the HTTP Verb GET operation.

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