Overview
This node interacts with the HttpBin API, specifically performing HTTP GET requests with customizable query parameters. It is useful for testing and debugging HTTP requests by sending query parameters to the HttpBin service and receiving a structured response that reflects the request details.
Common scenarios include:
- Testing how query parameters are sent and received by an API.
- Debugging HTTP client behavior by inspecting the echoed request data.
- Learning or demonstrating HTTP request construction and parameter passing.
For example, you can use this node to send a GET request with specific query parameters like foo=bar and id=123, and HttpBin will return a JSON response showing these parameters as received.
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 included in the GET request URL. |
Output
The node outputs JSON data reflecting the HttpBin API response. This typically includes fields such as:
args: An object containing the query parameters sent in the request.- Other metadata about the request, such as headers, origin IP, and URL.
No binary data output is produced by this node.
Dependencies
- Requires access to the public HttpBin API at
https://httpbin.org. - No special credentials are mandatory, but an optional API key credential can be configured if needed.
- The node uses standard HTTP GET requests with JSON content-type headers.
Troubleshooting
- Network errors: Ensure your environment has internet access to reach
https://httpbin.org. - Invalid query parameters: Make sure keys and values are properly set as strings; empty keys may cause unexpected results.
- Unexpected responses: Verify that the "Type of Data" property is set to "Query" since other types are not supported.
- API downtime: HttpBin is a free public service; occasional downtime or rate limiting may occur.