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REST API Basics: Resources, Routes, and CRUD/Prefer nouns over verbs

Model the resource, not the action name.

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Section: Route shape examples

Prefer nouns over verbs

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Prefer:  POST /invoices
Avoid:   POST /createInvoice
Explanation

REST routes are usually clearer when they describe resources and let the HTTP method express the action.

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