What is Unirest?

Unirest is a set of lightweight HTTP libraries created and maintained by Kong, the organization responsible for the popular open-source API Gateway called Kong. To begin using Unirest in a Node.js application, you must first install the npm package. You may wonder how Unirest streamlines the process of making HTTP requests. Besides automatically managing gzip compression and parsing incoming responses, Unirest provides clear examples to demonstrate its features effectively. Initiating a request can be done by invoking the appropriate method on the Unirest object and then using the .end() function to send the request. Alternatively, you can send the request instantly by including a callback function alongside the URL. The library includes user-friendly methods that facilitate the adjustment of the request prior to its dispatch. Upon calling a Unirest method, a request object is created, which incorporates chainable methods reminiscent of those in libraries like jQuery and the well-known Superagent request module, which has influenced this library's design. With these capabilities, developers can enjoy a more streamlined and intuitive experience when handling HTTP requests, making it a valuable tool in their programming toolkit. The ease of use and flexibility provided by Unirest ultimately enhances productivity and allows developers to focus more on building their applications.

Pricing

Price Starts At:
Free
Free Version:
Free Version available.

Integrations

Offers API?:
Yes, Unirest provides an API

Screenshots and Video

Unirest Screenshot 1

Company Facts

Company Name:
Kong
Company Website:
www.npmjs.com/package/unirest

Product Details

Deployment
Windows
Training Options
Documentation Hub
Support
Web-Based Support

Product Details

Target Company Sizes
Individual
1-10
11-50
51-200
201-500
501-1000
1001-5000
5001-10000
10001+
Target Organization Types
Mid Size Business
Small Business
Enterprise
Freelance
Nonprofit
Government
Startup
Supported Languages
English

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