Overview
This node interacts with the HttpBin API, specifically supporting HTTP GET requests under the "HTTP Verb" resource. It allows users to send GET requests with customizable query parameters to test or debug HTTP requests and responses. This is useful for scenarios such as verifying how an API handles query parameters, inspecting response data, or experimenting with different request configurations.
For example, a user can configure this node to send a GET request with specific query parameters to see how the target endpoint responds, which is helpful during API development or troubleshooting.
Properties
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Type of Data | Selects the type of data to send; currently only "Query" (query parameters) is supported. |
| Query Parameters | Key-value pairs representing the query parameters to include in the GET request URL. |
- Type of Data: Only "Query" is available, 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 the value is its corresponding value sent in the URL.
Output
The node outputs JSON data representing the response from the HttpBin API after performing the GET request with the specified query parameters. The output JSON typically includes details about the request received by HttpBin, such as the query parameters echoed back, headers, origin IP, and other metadata provided by HttpBin.
No binary data output is indicated.
Dependencies
- Requires access to the public HttpBin API at
https://httpbin.org. - Optionally supports an API authentication token credential, but it is not required.
- No additional environment variables or external services are needed beyond internet access.
Troubleshooting
- Common Issues:
- Network connectivity problems may prevent reaching
https://httpbin.org. - Incorrectly formatted query parameters could lead to unexpected responses.
- Network connectivity problems may prevent reaching
- Error Messages:
- HTTP errors (e.g., 4xx or 5xx) indicate issues with the request or server availability.
- Timeout errors suggest network delays or unresponsive endpoints.
- Resolutions:
- Verify internet connection and endpoint accessibility.
- Ensure query parameters are correctly defined as key-value pairs.
- Retry the request if transient network errors occur.
Links and References
This summary is based on static analysis of the node's source code and provided property definitions.