Question 1

How do I mock a SOAP web service with Imposter?

Accepted Answer

Use the SOAP plugin by providing a WSDL file; Imposter will generate mock responses based on the specification, and you can add scripting for dynamic behavior if needed. Refer to the SOAP plugin documentation for setup details.

Question 2

Imposter vs WireMock: which is better for API mocking?

Accepted Answer

Imposter offers broader protocol support (e.g., SOAP, gRPC) and advanced scripting, while WireMock is more focused on HTTP/REST with a larger community. Choose Imposter for multi-protocol needs or WireMock for simpler, HTTP-only mocks.

Question 3

How to run Imposter in Docker for local development?

Accepted Answer

Pull the Docker image from the registry, mount your configuration files, and run it with a command like 'docker run -p 8080:8080 -v $(pwd)/config:/config imposter'. Check the Docker documentation for more options.

Question 4

Does Imposter support GraphQL APIs?

Accepted Answer

No, Imposter does not have built-in GraphQL support; while you could attempt to simulate it with custom plugins or the REST plugin, it's not a native feature, making other tools more suitable for GraphQL mocking.

Question 5

Can I use Imposter for load testing my APIs?

Accepted Answer

Imposter is designed for development and testing mocks, not load testing; it may not handle high concurrency well, so dedicated tools like k6 or Apache JMeter are better for performance validation.

Question 6

How to write a custom plugin for Imposter?

Accepted Answer

Develop a plugin in a JVM language like Java or Kotlin, implement the required interfaces, and package it as a JAR; the plugin system documentation provides examples and guidelines for extension.

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