Web API Views Do Not Support Query Methods and File Uploads
Summary
The Web API views in Integraal do not allow users to specify the HTTP method (e.g., POST, GET) for API requests. As a result, the method is always GET. This limitation makes it impossible to send files, as file uploads typically require the use of the POST method.
Impact
In my use case, I am unable to utilize the PlantNet API to recognize an image through an Integraal view. This is because the PlantNet API requires a POST request for image uploads, which is currently unsupported by Integraal's Web API views.
Expected Behavior
Users should be able to select the HTTP method (GET, POST, etc.) for their API requests in Web API views. This would enable the use of APIs that require POST for file uploads, such as the PlantNet API.
Proposed Solution
Enhance the Web API views to include support for configurable HTTP methods. This could involve:
- Adding an option in the view configuration to select the desired method (e.g., GET, POST, PUT, DELETE).
- Allowing users to specify parameters for POST requests, by using specific literals.
This should not be hard because the HTTP request library used by Integraal supports request methods and the handling of files when using POST method. We could use files in the views by using Literal<File> as parameter in the view.