JavaScript Masterclass - Zero to Job-Ready with Hands-On Projects - API / JSON Data

The video tutorial introduces APIs, explaining how to send requests and work with data. It covers JSON as a data format, using developer tools to inspect network requests, and understanding HTTP methods and status codes. The tutorial also explains the concept of base URLs and endpoints, providing a foundational understanding of how APIs function.

What is a prerequisite knowledge before starting the lecture on APIs?

• Familiarity with HTTP methods

• Understanding of JSON

• Experience with JavaScript

• Basic knowledge of promises

How is JSON different from object literals?

• JSON does not support nested structures

• JSON values are enclosed in quotation marks

• JSON uses semicolons to separate key-value pairs

• JSON keys are not enclosed in quotes

Which HTTP method is used to update existing data?

• GET

• DELETE

• POST

• PUT

What does a 404 status code indicate?

• Server error

• Redirect

• Client error - page not found

• Successful response

Which HTTP method is used to create new data on a server?

• GET

• POST

• DELETE

• PUT

What is the purpose of a base URL in API requests?

• To specify the data format

• To define the main URL for all requests

• To indicate the request method

• To provide authentication details

What are endpoints in the context of APIs?

• The main URL for all requests

• Different paths for accessing various resources

• The status codes returned by the server

• The method used to send requests