Webhook
An HTTP callback mechanism that sends real-time data payloads to target applications when specific events occur.
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The Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP) is an application-layer communication protocol used to exchange requests and responses between clients and servers over a network, forming the foundation of web APIs, websites, and distributed applications.
RESTRESTAn architectural style for designing networked applications using stateless HTTP requests and standard operations.
JSON-RPCJSON-RPCA lightweight remote procedure call (RPC) protocol that uses JSON to encode requests and responses, enabling clients to invoke methods on remote servers over transports such as HTTP, WebSocket, or TCP.
Server-Sent EventsSSEA server-push technology enabling a client to receive automatic, real-time updates from a server over a single HTTP connection.
Webhook IntegrationAn integration pattern that uses webhooks to deliver real-time data payloads and trigger automated actions between systems.