Overview
This 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, inspecting how query parameters are handled by a server, or simply retrieving data from endpoints that accept query parameters.
Practical examples include:
- Sending a GET request with specific query parameters to test an API endpoint.
- Debugging how query parameters are encoded and received by a server.
- Fetching filtered data from an API that uses query parameters for filtering or pagination.
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 be sent with the GET request. |
The "Query Parameters" property allows multiple key-value pairs where each key is the name of the query parameter and the value is its corresponding string value.
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 will typically include details such as the URL requested, the query parameters received by the server, headers, and other metadata returned by HttpBin.
No binary data output is indicated.
Dependencies
- Requires access to the public HttpBin API at
https://httpbin.org. - Optionally can use an API authentication token if configured, but it is not required.
- No additional external dependencies beyond standard HTTP request capabilities.
Troubleshooting
Common issues:
- Incorrectly formatted query parameters may lead to unexpected responses or errors.
- Network connectivity problems can prevent reaching the HttpBin service.
- If the API changes or is temporarily unavailable, the node may fail to return expected results.
Error messages:
- HTTP errors (e.g., 4xx or 5xx status codes) indicate issues with the request or server.
- Timeout errors suggest network or service availability problems.
Resolutions:
- Verify query parameter keys and values are correctly set.
- Check internet connection and HttpBin service status.
- Adjust timeout settings if available or retry later.