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Welcome to the SKRB Web Development & Tools Hub. These 25 guides cover core topics in modern web communication, from foundational HTTP concepts to advanced API integration. Use them to deepen your knowledge and refine your skills.

Introduction to HTTP/1.1

Understand the fundamentals of HTTP/1.1 and its role in shaping how clients and servers exchange data.

Understanding HTTP Headers

Learn how headers define requests and responses, influencing caching, security, and communication flow.

Common HTTP Status Codes Explained

A guide to common status codes, their meaning, and troubleshooting best practices.

Debugging Web Requests

Master the tools and techniques needed to trace, analyze, and troubleshoot HTTP web requests effectively.

The Role of Caching in HTTP

Explore how caching improves performance, reduces load, and how to configure it properly.

HTTPS vs HTTP: Why It Matters

Understand the importance of HTTPS for security, trust, and modern browser compatibility.

Cookies & Session Management

Learn how cookies and session mechanisms maintain state across HTTP requests.

Introduction to REST APIs

Discover the core principles behind RESTful APIs and why they dominate web services.

JSON vs XML for APIs

Compare JSON and XML data formats and their use cases in modern APIs.

Testing API Endpoints

Explore tools and techniques for testing API endpoints to ensure reliability and performance.

Common API Security Risks

Identify frequent API vulnerabilities and learn strategies for securing integrations.

Rate Limiting in APIs

Understand how rate limiting protects APIs and ensures fair usage among clients.

OAuth Basics for Developers

Get to know OAuth and how it secures third-party integrations with token-based authentication.

Building API Documentation

Best practices for creating clear, useful, and developer-friendly API documentation.

HTTP/2: What Changed?

Learn what makes HTTP/2 different, including multiplexing, header compression, and more.

HTTP/3 & QUIC Explained

Explore how QUIC and HTTP/3 improve speed and reliability for modern web apps.

Browser Developer Tools Guide

A practical guide to using browser developer tools for debugging and optimization.

Understanding DNS Lookups

Learn how DNS resolves domain names and how to optimize lookups for speed.

SSL Certificates Explained

Understand SSL certificates, certificate authorities, and web trust fundamentals.

WebSockets vs HTTP

Compare WebSockets’ persistent connections with the request-response model of HTTP.

Debugging Redirect Chains

Techniques for identifying and resolving harmful redirect loops and chains.

Handling 404 Errors Properly

Design user-friendly error pages and SEO-safe handling for missing resources.

Optimizing Web Requests for Speed

Best practices for reducing latency and bandwidth with optimized requests.

Understanding CORS Policies

Cross-Origin Resource Sharing explained, with setup tips and common error fixes.

Best Practices for API Integration

Practical strategies for building secure, scalable, and efficient API integrations.

Conclusion

The Web Development & Tools Hub provides developers with clear, practical, and modern insights into the technologies that power the internet. From debugging requests to mastering APIs, these guides help you build applications that are secure, efficient, and future-ready.