Question 1

How do I add basic authentication with jQuery REST Client?

Accepted Answer

Set the username and password in the options when creating the RestClient. It automatically adds an Authorization header using btoa, but note that a polyfill like Base64.js is required for Internet Explorer versions 6-9.

Question 2

jQuery REST Client vs Axios: which is better for modern projects?

Accepted Answer

jQuery REST Client is ideal if you're deeply invested in jQuery and need a simple, integrated solution. Axios is more versatile, works in Node.js and browsers without jQuery, and offers a richer feature set, making it better for new or framework-agnostic projects.

Question 3

How to handle caching of API calls with this plugin?

Accepted Answer

Configure the cache option with a number of seconds (e.g., {cache: 5}) when setting up the client or resource. GET requests are cached by default, and you can clear the cache manually using client.cache.clear().

Question 4

Can jQuery REST Client work with cross-origin requests?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it supports cross-domain requests via XDomain, as mentioned in the README. However, ensure your server is properly configured for CORS or XDomain to avoid issues.

Question 5

Is jQuery REST Client still maintained in 2024?

Accepted Answer

The last stable version is v1.0.1 from 2014, and the GitHub repository shows limited recent activity. Check the repo for updates, but it may not be actively developed compared to modern alternatives.

Question 6

How to add custom HTTP methods like PATCH?

Accepted Answer

Use the addVerb method on a resource. For example, client.foo.addVerb('bang', 'PATCH') allows you to call client.foo.bang() for PATCH requests, with options to customize the URL and parameters.

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