REST API Automation Testing from Scratch - REST Assured Java - Understanding the Update Place API Using the PUT HTTP Met

The video tutorial explains how to use the PUT Place API to update addresses. It covers the creation of a complete URL, the use of HTTP methods like PUT and POST, and the importance of following API contracts. The tutorial demonstrates updating an address field using the PUT method and validates the update with a GET request. It also discusses manual testing using Postman and introduces API automation with Java, emphasizing the importance of understanding API concepts for interviews.

What is the primary purpose of the PUT Place API?

• To create a new place

• To delete a place

• To retrieve place details

• To update a place

Which HTTP method is generally recommended for updating data?

• GET

• PUT

• DELETE

• POST

What is a common practice for companies when altering databases?

• Using only GET and POST methods

• Using only POST and PUT methods

• Using only GET and DELETE methods

• Using all available HTTP methods

What must be included in the request body when using the PUT Place API to update an address?

• The new address only

• The place ID and new address

• The place ID only

• The old and new addresses

What is the new address used in the example for updating the place?

• 70 Summerwalk, USA

• 29 Side Layout, Cohen

• 123 Main Street, USA

• 45 Winter Avenue, USA

How can you verify if the address update was successful?

• By resubmitting the PUT request

• By using the GET Place API

• By using the DELETE Place API

• By checking the response message

What tool is mentioned for manual testing of APIs?

• Selenium

• Swagger

• Postman

• Jenkins