When you request something from a server, it replies with a 3-digit number. Think of it like ordering chai at a tapri ☕ – sometimes you get it instantly, sometimes the chaiwala gives attitude, and sometimes... total chaos! 😵💫
📦 5 Types of HTTP Status Codes (Chaiwala Style)
1️⃣ Informational (1xx) – "Boss, bana raha hoon... ruk jao!" 🫖
➡️ Your order is in process. Keep calm.
2️⃣ Success (2xx) – "Lo bhai, garam chai mil gaya!" 😎
➡️ Order received, understood, and served.
3️⃣ Redirection (3xx) – "Arey udhar jao... woh stall deta hai!" 🔁
➡️ You need to follow up elsewhere.
4️⃣ Client Error (4xx) – "Tumne galat order diya, bhai!" 🙅
➡️ You messed up the request (syntax or logic issue).
5️⃣ Server Error (5xx) – "System down, chai nahi milega!" 🧯
➡️ Server crash, not your fault – blame the backend guy!
💡 Why Status Codes Matter (Not Just for Chai Lovers!)
🔹 Keeps communication efficient 🗣️
🔹 Helps in finding bugs 🔍
🔹 Makes troubleshooting less of a nightmare 😤
🔹 Powers automation like a coding ninja 🤖
🔹 Gives meaningful feedback (instead of blank screen horror) 💬
🔹 And yes... saves developer sanity! 🧠
✅ Best Practices (Because You’re Not a Noob 😎)
1️⃣ Use specific codes – Don’t say “some error happened.” Say “404 – Chai not found.” 🚫☕
2️⃣ Be consistent – Don’t serve chai one day and filter coffee the next. 😅
3️⃣ Add custom error messages – Be like: “Bro, your request smells fishy.” 🐟
4️⃣ Log everything – Keep CCTV on your app. Track what’s going wrong and where. 📈🕵️
👨💻 I help technical pros like YOU build careers that say “200 OK” instead of “500 Whoops!”
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