Just Use Curl
a day ago
- #command-line
- #HTTP requests
- #cURL
- cURL is a lightweight, pre-installed tool for making HTTP requests without needing additional software.
- It supports a wide range of functionalities including POST requests, headers, file uploads, cookies, redirects, and various protocols.
- cURL is faster and more efficient than GUI-based alternatives like Postman, which require more resources and often unnecessary account setups.
- The command-line interface of cURL is straightforward, with history and scripting capabilities for saving and sharing requests.
- cURL can be combined with tools like jq for JSON parsing and syntax highlighting, enhancing its utility without bloating the system.
- Common objections to using cURL (like request history and team collaboration) are easily addressed with shell commands and version control systems like Git.
- cURL is widely used and maintained by experts, making it a reliable choice over newer, resource-heavy alternatives.