API Testing with Postman - Capture API Requests with the Postman Proxy

The video tutorial explains how to capture API requests using Postman by setting up a proxy on a Windows machine. It covers the steps to configure network settings, use Postman to capture requests, and handle security warnings. The tutorial also highlights the limitations of using proxies with HTTPS sites and provides a reminder to disable the proxy after use. The next video will discuss importing existing API definitions into Postman.

What is one advantage of using Postman's proxy feature?

• It allows for easy integration with other tools.

• It provides detailed error logs for each request.

• It automatically detects all API requests.

• It helps in quickly adding requests to a collection.

Which command is used to find the IP address on a Windows machine?

• ping

• netstat

• ipconfig

• tracert

What is the default port number used by Postman for proxy?

• 8080

• 5555

• 443

• 80

Why might a browser show a warning about a connection not being private when using a proxy?

• The proxy is intercepting secure connections.

• The browser does not support proxies.

• The proxy is not configured correctly.

• The website is not secure.

What should you do after finishing using a manual proxy setup?

• Restart the computer.

• Turn it off to avoid browsing issues.

• Change the port number.

• Leave it on for future use.