REST API Automation Testing from Scratch - REST Assured Java - Path, Query Parameters, and Headers in REST API

The video tutorial covers the basics of REST APIs, emphasizing the importance of understanding theoretical concepts before practical application. It explains resources, base URLs, and the role of path and query parameters in API requests. An example using Google search illustrates query parameters. The tutorial also discusses headers and cookies as metadata in API requests. Finally, it introduces the Postman tool for manual API testing, setting the stage for future lessons on automated testing.

Why is it important to understand the theory behind APIs before practical application?

What are the mandatory components required to send a request to an API server?

How can you identify query parameters in a URL?

What is the role of the Postman tool in API testing?