[Solved] Which naming style is recommended for an API endpoint that returns a list of users?/user or /users? — Ans: /users because it represents multiple users. | Rest API

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Which naming style is recommended for an API endpoint that returns a list of users?
/user or /users?

A<code>/users</code> because it is singular and more precise.

B<code>/user</code> because it is shorter and simpler.

C<code>/user</code> because it is singular and more precise.

D<code>/users</code> because it represents multiple users.

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand resource naming for collections
API endpoints returning multiple items should use plural names to clearly indicate a list.
Step 2: Apply naming to the example
Since the endpoint returns multiple users, /users is the correct plural form.
Final Answer:
/users because it represents multiple users. -> Option D
Quick Check:
Plural for lists = /users [OK]

Quick Trick: Use plural names for endpoints returning lists [OK]

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