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REST API Request and Response Patterns/Sparse fieldsets

Return only requested fields.

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Section: Response shaping

Sparse fieldsets

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GET /users/usr_123?fields=id,name,email
Explanation

Sparse fieldsets reduce overfetching for large objects and mobile clients.

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