API Testing · Middle · Question 73 of 75

Why check that field naming is consistent, e.g. camelCase everywhere?

1JSON allows only camelCase names for object fields
2Mixed styles confuse clients and cause mapping bugs
3Naming style changes how fast the server responds

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Correct answer: Mixed styles confuse clients and cause mapping bugs

Explanation

userId in one endpoint and user_id in another leads to fields silently read as undefined. Style guides and linters on the OpenAPI spec help.

Further reading

OpenAPI Specification ↗

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