Hoppscotch is an open-source API development ecosystem designed to streamline the process of creating and testing API requests. It caters to developers, testers, and anyone working with APIs, offering a user-friendly interface and a range of powerful features.
Key Features:
- Multi-protocol Support: Handles REST, GraphQL, WebSocket, Server-Sent Events (SSE), and Socket.IO.
- Request History: Keeps track of past requests for easy access and reuse.
- Environment Variables: Allows defining and managing environment-specific configurations.
- Collections: Organize requests into collections for better management and collaboration.
- Collaboration: Facilitates team collaboration through shared collections and environments.
- Themes: Offers customizable themes to suit individual preferences.
- Open Source: Fully open-source, allowing for community contributions and customization.
Use Cases:
- API Testing: Test API endpoints and validate responses.
- API Development: Build and debug APIs efficiently.
- Microservices Architecture: Interact with and test microservices.
- Web Development: Integrate with backend APIs in web applications.
- Mobile App Development: Test APIs used by mobile apps.
Hoppscotch aims to be a versatile and efficient tool for API development and testing, providing a modern alternative to traditional API clients.