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268. What the CORS?!
If you’ve ever run into issues with CORS (cross-origin resource sharing), just know that you are not alone! In today’s episode we ask, ‘What the CORS?!’ and delve into the mechanics of CORS, the purpose it serves, and how to keep from freaking out when you receive a baffling error message in your browser. Learn how CORS is engineered to protect multiple parties, including servers, functionality, and users. You’ll also get an overview of the various error messages you may encounter, the primary reason behind most of them, along with directions on how to solve them. If you’ve ever asked yourself whether CORS is really your friend, then make sure you tune in today!