POSTbased

POSTbased is a term used in technology to indicate that a system, process, or workflow is centered around the HTTP POST operation. The phrase is informal and not standardized, so its precise meaning varies by domain.

In web development and APIs, POSTbased commonly describes designs that rely on HTTP POST as the primary mechanism for submitting data and triggering actions. This can simplify handling complex payloads and non-idempotent operations, but it also reduces opportunities for caching, bookmarking, and straightforward idempotency. Developers using a POSTbased approach typically ensure proper use of content types, authentication, and protections against cross-site request forgery (CSRF), while considering the trade-offs between POST and other HTTP methods such as GET, PUT, or PATCH.

Other uses of the term exist in different contexts. In hardware, POST-based may refer to the Power-On Self Test sequence that runs during boot to check hardware components. In publishing or content management discussions, it could describe a strategy that treats individual posts or articles as the core units of content or workflow. Because POSTbased lacks a single, universal definition, contributors typically specify the intended meaning within the given context.

History and usage of the term are limited and largely confined to informal discussions, internal documentation, or niche literature. When encountered, it is advisable to clarify the intended meaning to avoid ambiguity.

See also: HTTP methods, RESTful design, API design, Power-On Self Test, content architecture.