Httpie Cli

Concise guidance for composing readable HTTP requests with HTTPie while keeping request intent obvious.

Purpose and Triggers

• Use when making ad hoc HTTP requests, testing APIs, or showing CLI examples.
• Reach for HTTPie when readable request items are better than dense curl flags.
• Covers JSON, forms, files, auth, sessions, downloads, and response inspection.

Decision Order

1. Pick method and URL.
2. Choose query, JSON, form, or file request items.
3. Add headers and auth.
4. Decide how much output and persistence you need.

Workflow

1. Start with the smallest working request.
2. Add request items one concern at a time.
3. Open the matching reference for deeper syntax or flags.

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