Term
Webhook
A webhook is like a notification system that automatically sends information from one app to another when something specific happens.
Instead of checking for updates yourself, a webhook instantly delivers the data as soon as the event occurs. It helps apps stay connected and work together in real time.
Questions
What is webhook?
A webhook is like a notification system that automatically sends information from one app to another when something specific happens.
Instead of checking for updates yourself, a webhook instantly delivers the data as soon as the event occurs. It helps apps stay connected and work together in real time.
Instead of checking for updates yourself, a webhook instantly delivers the data as soon as the event occurs. It helps apps stay connected and work together in real time.
How a webhook looks like?
A webhook is essentially a URL (web address) provided by one app, where another app sends information when an event happens.
Here’s an example of what a webhook URL might look like:
When an event (like "order updated") happens, the app sends a POST request to this URL with data about the event in a format like JSON or XML. Here's an example of the data sent in JSON:
This lets the receiving app process the information immediately.
Here’s an example of what a webhook URL might look like:
https://example.com/webhooks/order-updatedWhen an event (like "order updated") happens, the app sends a POST request to this URL with data about the event in a format like JSON or XML. Here's an example of the data sent in JSON:
{ "order_id": "12345", "status": "shipped", "customer_email": "customer@example.com" }This lets the receiving app process the information immediately.