Backend

Question 1

What is a path parameter in a backend API?

Answer 1

A path parameter is a variable part of a URL that is used to identify a specific resource within a RESTful API.

Question 2

True or False: Path parameters are always optional in API endpoints.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

Fill in the blank: In a URL like ‘/users/{userId}’, ‘{userId}’ is an example of a __________.

Answer 3

path parameter

Question 4

Which of the following is a correct way to define a path parameter in a RESTful API? (A) /products/{productId} (B) /products?productId={productId} (C) /products/productId/{productId}

Answer 4

A

Question 5

What is the primary purpose of using path parameters in API design?

Answer 5

To uniquely identify resources and provide a clear structure for accessing them.