Rest API - HTTP Methods
After successfully creating a resource with a POST request, which HTTP status code is typically returned by the server?
After successfully creating a resource with a POST request, which HTTP status code is typically returned by the server?
easy📝 Conceptual Q2 of 15
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
Step 1: Recall HTTP status codes
200 OK means success but not specifically resource creation.Step 2: Identify creation status code
201 Created indicates the request succeeded and a new resource was created.Final Answer:
201 Created -> Option BQuick Check:
201 means resource created successfully [OK]
Quick Trick: 201 status means resource created [OK]
Common Mistakes:
- Choosing 200 OK which is generic success
- Confusing 404 Not Found with creation success
- Assuming 500 means success
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