How to Use the JavaScript Fetch API
JavaScript fetch API uses the fetch() function at its core. The fetch method takes one mandatory argument- the URL of the resource that you want to get. It also accepts optional parameters like HTTP method, headers, body, and more.
Syntax:
fetch(url [, options])
.then(response => { // Handle the response })
.catch(error => { // Handle any errors });
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How to use JavaScript Fetch API to Get Data?
An API (Application Programming Interface) is a set of rules, protocols, and tools that allows different software applications to communicate with each other.
One of the popular ways to perform API requests in JavaScript is by using Fetch API. Fetch API can make GET and POST requests, JavaScript’s Fetch API is a powerful tool for developers seeking to retrieve this data efficiently. This guide focuses on using Fetch API to master the art of “GET” requests, the essential method for gathering information from APIs.
Table of Content
- What is the JavaScript Fetch API?
- How to Use the JavaScript Fetch API
- Using Fetch API to Get Data
- Making a Post request
- Error Handling