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Error handling

Common response patterns in this demo API:

  • 200: Request succeeded.
  • 400: Bad request (missing/invalid payload or parameters).
  • 401: Missing or invalid bearer token for protected endpoints.
  • 404: Resource not found.
  • 429: Rate limiting may be applied.
  • 5xx: Upstream server error.

Expected example: profile without token​

curl -i "https://api.escuelajs.co/api/v1/auth/profile"

Expected status: 401.

Debug checklist​

  • Confirm request path and method match the OpenAPI operation.
  • Confirm content-type: application/json for POST payloads.
  • Confirm bearer token is present for /auth/profile.