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REST API (Representational State Transfer) enables web communication using HTTP methods like GET, POST, PUT, DELETE, allowing clients to access and manipulate resources via standardized endpoints.
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Recruiters expect candidates with REST API 101 knowledge to understand how APIs are designed, consumed, and tested using standard HTTP methods and conventions. Candidates should demonstrate clarity on endpoints, request–response structures, and basic authentication.
Additionally, recruiters value the ability to work with API documentation, handle errors gracefully, and collaborate with frontend or backend teams. Clear understanding of REST principles and practical API usage is a key expectation.

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A REST API is an application programming interface that follows Representational State Transfer principles, using HTTP methods to enable communication between client and server systems.
A REST API 101 test evaluates a candidate’s understanding of REST principles, HTTP methods, status codes, basic authentication, and API consumption.
The assessment measures knowledge of REST architecture, HTTP verbs, request and response handling, API design basics, and error handling concepts.
These tests are typically beginner-level and designed for entry-level developers, testers, or technical professionals new to APIs.
Questions commonly include conceptual MCQs, API request–response scenarios, status code interpretation, and basic endpoint design cases.
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