How do you use the RESTful API from PHP?

Question

I tried searching, but cannot figure out how to access the data through the RESTful interface. I am only looking for sample code that shows that someone is accessing some data from some imaginary web service using its API. A simple explanation of “how it works” would also be helpful.

Answer 1

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REST works on the principle of using HTTP request methods to determine the action of an application (REST server) on an object. Usually 4 HTTP methods are used: GET, POST, PUT and DELETE.

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Answer 2

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