Understanding HTTP Status Codes: A Guide for Beginners
When you browse the internet, every time you click a link, submit a form, or request any information from a web server, you're engaging in a series of communications governed by a protocol known as HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol). One fundamental aspect of this protocol is the use of HTTP status codes, which are essential in understanding the outcome of each request you make. What are HTTP Status Codes? HTTP status codes are three-digit numbers returned by a web server in response to a client's request made to the server. These codes provide information about the status of the request and help both the client (usually your web browser) and the server communicate effectively. Each status code is grouped into different classes, indicating the type of response: 1xx Informational : These codes indicate that the request was received and understood and that the server is continuing with the process. 2xx Success **: This class of codes indicates that the request was successful an...