Question 1

Is cpprestsdk still maintained by Microsoft?

Accepted Answer

No, cpprestsdk is in maintenance mode as per the README, meaning only critical bugs and security issues are fixed, and it's not recommended for new projects. Developers should look for actively maintained alternatives.

Question 2

How to install cpprestsdk on Ubuntu?

Accepted Answer

You can install it using apt-get with 'sudo apt-get install libcpprest-dev', as shown in the README. For other Linux distributions, check the package manager listings or build from source using the provided documentation.

Question 3

cpprestsdk vs Boost.Beast for HTTP in C++

Accepted Answer

cpprestsdk offers a higher-level, integrated solution with built-in JSON and async support, while Boost.Beast provides lower-level, more flexible networking control but requires more manual implementation. Boost.Beast is also more actively maintained and standards-compliant.

Question 4

How to make an HTTP request with cpprestsdk?

Accepted Answer

Use the http_client class to create an instance and call its request method with a URI. The README links to a tutorial that walks through setting up a project and making basic HTTP requests with code examples.

Question 5

What are good alternatives to cpprestsdk for C++ REST clients?

Accepted Answer

Consider libcurl with a C++ wrapper for simple HTTP, Boost.Beast for low-level control, or newer libraries like httplib or RESTinio that support modern C++ and are actively developed, especially since cpprestsdk is in maintenance mode.

Question 6

Does cpprestsdk support WebSocket servers?

Accepted Answer

cpprestsdk includes a WebSockets client for real-time communication, but server-side WebSocket support is limited and not as robust as dedicated libraries, which may require additional work for full server implementation.

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