How can I use Axios for fetching data in my JavaScript application?

How can I use Axios for fetching data in my JavaScript application?

You can use Axios by first installing it via npm or including it in your HTML. Then, you can make GET or POST requests easily.

Can you show me a simple example of a GET request using Axios?

Sure! Here's a basic example:

axios.get('https://api.example.com/data')
  .then(response => {
    console.log(response.data);
  })
  .catch(error => {
    console.error('Error fetching data:', error);
  });

What if I want to send data with a POST request?

You can use the axios.post method. Here's an example:

axios.post('https://api.example.com/data', { key: 'value' })
  .then(response => {
    console.log('Data sent successfully:', response.data);
  })
  .catch(error => {
    console.error('Error sending data:', error);
  });

Are there any advantages of using Axios over the Fetch API?

Yes, Axios automatically transforms JSON data, handles timeouts, and has built-in support for request and response interceptors, making it more powerful for complex applications.