Node.js API Masterclass with Express and MongoDB - HTTP Methods & RESTful APIs

The video tutorial covers HTTP request methods such as GET, POST, PUT, PATCH, and DELETE, explaining their uses and differences. It discusses RESTful API standards, emphasizing URL formatting and consistency. The tutorial includes a coding example of handling HTTP methods without using Express, demonstrating how to implement GET and POST requests, and introduces basic validation techniques. The video concludes with a brief mention of upcoming topics like Express, MongoDB, and authentication.

What is the most common type of HTTP request method?

Explain the purpose of a POST request in HTTP.

What is the difference between PUT and PATCH request methods?

Describe the use of the DELETE request method.

How should URLs be formatted when making GET requests for resources?

What is the significance of using plural nouns in API endpoints?

What are the main components of a RESTful API?

What response status code is typically returned for a successful POST request?

What validation should be performed when submitting a new to-do item?

How can you handle errors in an API response?