If you need to perform HTTP requests using Python, then the widely used Requests library is often the way to go. However, if you prefer to use only standard-library Python and minimize dependencies, then you can turn to urllib.request
instead.
In this video course, you’ll:
urllib.request
urllib.request
represents iturllib.request
and learn how to resolve themIf you’re already familiar with HTTP requests such as GET and POST, then you’re well prepared for this video course. Additionally, you should have prior experience using Python to read and write files, ideally using a context manager.
In the end, you’ll discover that making HTTP requests doesn’t have to be a frustrating experience, despite its reputation. Many of the challenges people face in this process stem from the inherent complexity of the Internet. The good news is that the urllib.request
module can help demystify much of this complexity.
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