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Why is it important to check the HTTP response status code when handling errors in a network call?

hard📝 Conceptual Q10 of 15
iOS Swift - Networking
Why is it important to check the HTTP response status code when handling errors in a network call?
ABecause status codes contain the response data
BBecause status codes replace the need to check the error parameter
CBecause status codes are always 200 for successful calls
DBecause some errors are indicated by status codes even if no network error occurred
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
  1. Step 1: Understand HTTP status codes

    HTTP status codes indicate success or failure of the server response.
  2. Step 2: Recognize error cases without network error

    Even if no network error occurs, status codes like 404 or 500 indicate failure.
  3. Final Answer:

    Because some errors are indicated by status codes even if no network error occurred -> Option D
  4. Quick Check:

    Check status code for server errors beyond network errors [OK]
Quick Trick: Check HTTP status code to catch server-side errors [OK]
Common Mistakes:
  • Ignoring status codes if error is nil
  • Assuming status code always 200 on success
  • Confusing status code with response data

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