Rest API - HATEOAS and Linking
If a REST API response includes: Link: ; rel="self", what does the 'self' relation indicate?
If a REST API response includes: Link: ; rel="self", what does the 'self' relation indicate?
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Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
Step 1: Understand 'self' link relation meaning
'self' indicates the URL of the current resource being returned.Step 2: Differentiate from other relations
Other relations like 'parent' or 'next' point elsewhere, but 'self' is the resource itself.Final Answer:
It points to the current resource URL -> Option BQuick Check:
'self' relation = current resource URL [OK]
Quick Trick: 'self' link means current resource URL [OK]
Common Mistakes:
- Confusing 'self' with 'parent' or 'next'
- Assuming 'self' points to related resources
- Ignoring 'self' link in responses
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