web-requests

Execute HTTP operations with retry policies and response parsing.

23|17|Updated Apr 16, 2023
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/decentraland/unity-explorer --skill web-requests
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Skill: web-requests
Source: https://github.com/decentraland/unity-explorer/tree/main/.claude/skills/web-requests
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/decentraland/unity-explorer --skill web-requests

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines making HTTP requests, handling API calls, fetching data, and managing responses, simplifying complex web interactions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • HTTP Operations: Perform GET, POST, and other HTTP methods with robust error handling and retry policies.
  • Data Fetching & Parsing: Download content, parse JSON/binary responses, and build URLs efficiently.
  • Authentication: Securely sign requests using Web3 authentication chains.
  • Use Case: Integrate with external APIs to fetch real-time data for your application, ensuring reliable delivery through automatic retries and clear response handling.

Quick Start

Use the web-requests skill to fetch user data from the API endpoint 'https://api.example.com/users/123'.

Frequently Asked Questions about web-requests

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

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How do I make HTTP requests and handle API calls with retry policies?

You can make HTTP requests by executing API calls with GET and POST methods, utilizing built-in configurable retry policies to ensure reliable data fetching and clear response parsing.

What is the best way to fetch data from external REST APIs and parse JSON responses?

Fetching data from external REST APIs is handled by building URLs efficiently, downloading content, and automatically parsing JSON or binary responses to extract real-time data for your application.

Does web-requests support Web3 authentication signing for API operations?

Web3 authentication is supported, allowing you to securely sign HTTP requests using Web3 authentication chains for verified API operations.

How do I handle network errors and configure retries for REST API data fetching?

Handling network errors involves qualifying error codes and setting up configurable retry policies for your HTTP operations, ensuring transient failures during data fetching are managed automatically.

Can I download textures and binary content using HTTP operations?

Yes, you can download textures and binary content using the HTTP operations framework, which parses binary responses efficiently and manages the data fetching process from external servers.

What are the limitations of using standard HTTP methods for fetching server data?

Standard HTTP methods are limited by network instability, but this framework overcomes constraints by qualifying error codes and applying configurable retry policies to maintain reliable API connections.