Postman alternative

macrozheng

Oct 21, 2024 · Backend Development

Boost Your Java API Testing with IntelliJ IDEA’s Built‑in HTTP Client

This guide shows Java backend developers how to replace external tools like Postman by using IntelliJ IDEA’s native HTTP Client plugin to create, edit, and run HTTP requests directly in the IDE, manage environments, import collections, and quickly generate JSON payloads from POJOs, streamlining API testing and improving code quality.

Environment VariablesHTTP ClientIntelliJ IDEA

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Boost Your Java API Testing with IntelliJ IDEA’s Built‑in HTTP Client

macrozheng

Jan 17, 2024 · Backend Development

Master API Testing with Insomnia: A Lightweight Alternative to Postman

This guide introduces Insomnia, an open‑source, cross‑platform API client that supports GraphQL, REST, WebSockets, and gRPC, walks through its simple installation, demonstrates how to import and test the SpringBoot‑based mall project via Swagger, and highlights useful configuration tips for efficient backend debugging.

API testingBackend DevelopmentGraphQL

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Master API Testing with Insomnia: A Lightweight Alternative to Postman

macrozheng

Feb 21, 2020 · Backend Development

Boost Your API Testing: Master IntelliJ IDEA’s Built‑in HTTP Client

During remote work, the author discovers how IntelliJ IDEA’s integrated HTTP Client can replace external tools like Postman, offering in‑IDE request creation, environment variables, response scripts, and plugin extensions to streamline API development, testing, and collaboration across multiple product lines.

API testingEnvironment VariablesHTTP Client

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Boost Your API Testing: Master IntelliJ IDEA’s Built‑in HTTP Client