What Are HTTP Status Codes? Explained with Real Examples | REST API Interview Questions #2
In this video, you'll learn everything you need to know about HTTP Status Codes, one of the most frequently asked topics in Backend, Python, Django, FastAPI, Java Spring Boot, and Full Stack Developer interviews.
We cover:
✅ What HTTP Status Codes are
✅ Why they are important in API communication
✅ The 5 categories of status codes
✅ Common status codes (200, 201, 401, 403, 404, 500)
✅ 401 Unauthorized vs 403 Forbidden explained with real-world examples
✅ Interview-ready answer
✅ Common follow-up interview questions
Whether you're preparing for a software engineering interview or building REST APIs, understanding HTTP status codes is essential.
Topics Covered
⏱️ What are HTTP Status Codes?
⏱️ HTTP Request-Response Cycle
⏱️ Status Code Categories (1xx, 2xx, 3xx, 4xx, 5xx)
⏱️ Commonly Used Status Codes
⏱️ 401 vs 403 Explained
⏱️ Interview Questions & Answers
⏱️ Key Takeaways
🎯 This video is part of the Backend & REST API Interview Question Series designed to help developers crack technical interviews and strengthen backend fundamentals.
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