Boost Your API Testing Workflow with REST Client Extension in VS Code for Python

Want to test REST APIs directly in VS Code without switching to external tools? 🌐 The REST Client extension is a powerful tool that allows you to send HTTP requests, test APIs, and inspect responses seamlessly within VS Code. Whether you're working with Python’s FastAPI, Flask, or Django, this extension simplifies API testing and debugging.

In this guide, you'll learn how to install and configure the REST Client extension in VS Code for an efficient API development workflow!

🔹 Steps to Install & Configure REST Client in VS Code:

1️⃣ Ensure Python & VS Code are installed (Skip if already done)
2️⃣ Install the REST Client Extension

📌 Open VS Code and follow these steps:

Press Ctrl + Shift + X to open the Extensions Marketplace

Search for REST Client

3️⃣ Click Install

💡 In this tutorial, you will learn:
✔️ How to install & configure REST Client in VS Code ⚙️
✔️ Test REST APIs directly in VS Code with no external tools 🌐
✔️ Send GET, POST, PUT, DELETE requests in a .http file 💻
✔️ Debug API responses faster using VS Code’s built-in features 🔍
✔️ Integrate REST Client with Python frameworks (Flask, FastAPI, Django) 🚀

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