vscode-rest-client-generator

Generate .http files for VS Code REST Client from API routes with authentication support.

5|Updated Dec 31, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/patricio0312rev/skillset --skill vscode-rest-client-generator-patricio0312rev
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Skill: vscode-rest-client-generator
Source: https://github.com/patricio0312rev/skillset/tree/main/templates/testing/vscode-rest-client-generator
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/patricio0312rev/skillset --skill vscode-rest-client-generator-patricio0312rev

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

Streamlines API testing by converting API routes into ready-to-run VS Code REST Client .http files, reducing setup time and manual boilerplate.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Auto-generate .http files from Express, Next.js, Fastify, or other API routes for quick testing.
  • Organize requests by resource or as a single file, with environment variables and authentication support.
  • Use cases include validating endpoints during development, performing API smoke checks, and sharing reusable REST Client collections with teammates.

Quick Start

Run the generator against your API project to produce the .http files.

Frequently Asked Questions about vscode-rest-client-generator

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I generate .http files for VS Code REST Client from API routes?

To generate .http files, run the generator against your API project to parse routes and output organized requests with environment variables and authentication. It extracts methods, paths, parameters, and bodies to create ready-to-run requests.

Can I auto-generate REST Client requests for Express and Fastify APIs?

Yes, you can auto-generate REST Client requests for Express, Fastify, and Next.js API routes. The tool parses your route definitions and produces ready-to-run .http files to streamline endpoint validation and API smoke checks.

Does VS Code REST Client generator support environment variables and authentication?

The VS Code REST Client generator supports environment variables and authentication. It organizes requests by resource or single file while including necessary environment configurations and sample request bodies for testing.

What is the best way to organize .http files for API testing in VS Code?

The best way to organize .http files is by resource or as a single file with environment variables and authentication. This generator parses API routes to structure requests, reducing manual boilerplate for API testing.

How do I create sample request bodies for VS Code REST Client automatically?

You can create sample request bodies automatically by parsing API routes to extract parameters and body data. The generator outputs these into organized .http files with examples for quick endpoint validation.