Rest API - Query Parameters and Filtering
Examine this REST API request: /api/users?sort=name&direction=descending. What is the issue with the direction parameter?
Examine this REST API request: /api/users?sort=name&direction=descending. What is the issue with the direction parameter?
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Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
Step 1: Check valid direction values
Most REST APIs accept 'asc' or 'desc' for direction.Step 2: Identify incorrect value
'descending' is not a standard accepted value.Final Answer:
The value 'descending' is invalid; it should be 'desc' -> Option DQuick Check:
Use 'asc' or 'desc' only [OK]
Quick Trick: Use 'asc' or 'desc' for direction values [OK]
Common Mistakes:
- Using full words like 'descending' instead of 'desc'
- Confusing parameter names
- Assuming case sensitivity matters
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