requestGET

RequestGET is a common name for a function or method in programming libraries that issues an HTTP GET request to fetch a resource from a server. It is used to retrieve data without causing side effects on the server and is typically part of a broader HTTP client API that includes methods for other verbs such as POST, PUT, or DELETE.

Interface and parameters commonly include a target URL and optional options such as query parameters, request headers, timeout settings, and authentication credentials. Some implementations also offer control over following redirects and how responses are cached. In many languages and environments, requestGET is asynchronous and returns a response object or a promise that resolves to a response.

Response handling usually provides access to the status code, headers, and body. The body may be returned as text, JSON, or binary data depending on content type and library configuration. GET requests are generally idempotent and safe with respect to server state, but server behavior can vary, so clients should rely on documented APIs. In browser environments, cross-origin restrictions and CORS policies may apply, affecting whether a request can be made to a given origin.

Common considerations include security and privacy, since query strings in URLs can expose sensitive information and are often logged or cached. It is typically advised to use HTTPS to protect data in transit and to reserve GET for data retrieval, reserving requests that modify server state for methods like POST or PUT. See also HTTP methods, RESTful APIs, and common HTTP client libraries.