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What is the primary purpose of the @PutMapping annotation in Spring Boot?

easy📝 Conceptual Q11 of 15
Spring Boot - REST Controllers
What is the primary purpose of the @PutMapping annotation in Spring Boot?
ATo handle HTTP GET requests for retrieving data
BTo handle HTTP PUT requests for updating existing resources
CTo handle HTTP POST requests for creating new resources
DTo handle HTTP DELETE requests for removing resources
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
  1. Step 1: Understand HTTP methods

    HTTP PUT is used to update existing data on the server.
  2. Step 2: Match annotation to HTTP method

    @PutMapping maps HTTP PUT requests to controller methods.
  3. Final Answer:

    To handle HTTP PUT requests for updating existing resources -> Option B
  4. Quick Check:

    @PutMapping = update data [OK]
Quick Trick: Put means update existing data via HTTP PUT [OK]
Common Mistakes:
  • Confusing @PutMapping with @PostMapping
  • Thinking @PutMapping creates new data
  • Mixing HTTP methods like GET or DELETE

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