Tag: SOAP protocol

  • SOAP vs REST

    SOAP (Simple Object Access Protocol) and REST (Representational State Transfer) are two prominent approaches for building web services. Both serve the purpose of enabling communication between systems, but they differ significantly in architecture, functionality, and use cases. Key Features of SOAP 1. Protocol-Based: SOAP is a strict protocol that relies on XML for message formatting.…

  • SOAP Client and Server Implementation

    SOAP (Simple Object Access Protocol) is a protocol for exchanging structured information in web services. It uses XML-based messaging and operates over various transport protocols like HTTP and SMTP. Implementing a SOAP client and server involves defining a WSDL (Web Services Description Language) file, which acts as a contract between the client and server. SOAP…