Hurl: Easily Make HTTP Requests

Hurl is a free web based tool that makes it easy to make custom HTTP requests, save them online or share with others. The application comes in handy for anyone who is working with APIs, the service is a great time-saver to quickly view responses & develop accordingly.

To use the site, simply enter a URL and click ’send’. Hurl will then fetch the URL and display the headers as well as the body of the webpage. It enables you to choose the request method, customize headers and POST parameters. You can add basic authorization and even follow redirects.

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It provides you with suggestions while adding custom headers and parameters. With an optional registration, Hurl can remember the requests you make for future reference. You can always edit and modify the hurls accordingly.

Watch the demo video below:

Features:

  • Make HTTP requests.
  • Choose the request method, customize headers and POST parameters.
  • Keeps a history of all made HTTP requests.
  • Share your Hurls with others by forwarding a URL.
  • Free to use, optional registration.

Check out hurl @ http://hurl.r09.railsrumble.com (by Srikanth AD from Techonaut )

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2009-10-11 17:20:45
1fastbullet

Hurl makes me sick.

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