Enhance Checkmate: Whitelist HTTP Status Codes

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Enhance Checkmate: Whitelist HTTP Status Codes

Hey everyone! I recently made the switch to Checkmate and I'm loving it so far. To make it even better, I've got a few feature requests that I think would be super useful. Let's dive into one of them right away.

The Need for HTTP Status Code Whitelisting

Problem Description

So, here's the deal: I'd really like the ability to whitelist more HTTP status codes, such as 404 (Not Found) or 403 (Forbidden). Now, I know this might seem like an advanced feature, but trust me, it would be incredibly handy, especially when dealing with APIs and various interfaces. Imagine you're monitoring an API endpoint and you expect it to return a 404 under certain conditions. Without whitelisting, Checkmate might flag this as an error, even though it's perfectly normal.

Why is this important?

Whitelisting HTTP status codes offers a more granular control over what is considered a successful or failed check. By default, most monitoring tools treat any non-200 status code as an error. However, in modern web applications and APIs, different status codes often carry specific meanings. For example, a 400 (Bad Request) might indicate a client-side error that you want to track, while a 401 (Unauthorized) could signal authentication issues. Being able to whitelist these codes allows you to tailor Checkmate to your specific needs, ensuring that you only get alerted when something truly goes wrong. Moreover, it reduces false positives, which can be a real pain when you're trying to maintain a healthy system. Nobody wants to wake up at 3 AM because of a false alarm, right? This feature enhances the accuracy of monitoring, making it more reliable and less noisy.

Use Cases

Consider these scenarios where whitelisting HTTP status codes would be invaluable:

  1. API Monitoring: When monitoring APIs, different status codes often indicate different states. A 202 (Accepted), for instance, might mean that a request has been accepted for processing but is not yet complete. Whitelisting this code ensures that Checkmate doesn't flag it as an error during the processing period.
  2. Conditional Responses: Some web applications return different status codes based on specific conditions. A 304 (Not Modified), for example, tells the client that the requested resource hasn't changed since the last request. Whitelisting this code prevents unnecessary alerts when the resource is indeed unchanged.
  3. Error Handling: In sophisticated error handling scenarios, specific error codes provide valuable information. A 429 (Too Many Requests) indicates that the client has exceeded the rate limit. By whitelisting this code, you can track rate limiting issues without treating them as critical errors.
  4. Custom Implementations: Many developers implement custom status codes to represent specific application states. Whitelisting these custom codes allows Checkmate to seamlessly integrate with these unique implementations.

Proposed Solution: A Flexible Implementation

Describe the solution you'd like

What I'm envisioning is a creation element, much like the one used for notifications, where you can add multiple HTTP status codes to a whitelist. This would give us the flexibility to specify exactly which codes should be considered acceptable. It would be awesome to have a simple interface where you can input the status code and maybe add a brief description for clarity.

Implementation Details

To make this feature truly user-friendly, here are a few ideas for the implementation:

  1. Intuitive Interface: The interface should be straightforward, allowing users to easily add, edit, and remove whitelisted status codes. A simple table with columns for status code, description, and actions (edit/delete) would be ideal.
  2. Bulk Actions: Consider adding options for bulk adding or deleting status codes. This would be particularly useful for users who need to whitelist a large number of codes at once.
  3. Validation: Implement validation to ensure that users enter valid HTTP status codes. This can prevent accidental errors and ensure that the feature works as expected.
  4. Description Field: Include a description field for each status code. This allows users to add context and remember why a particular code was whitelisted. This is especially helpful when dealing with custom or less common status codes.
  5. Default Status Codes: Provide a list of commonly used status codes as suggestions. This can help users quickly add the codes they need without having to manually enter them.

UptimeKuma Inspiration

I was checking out UptimeKuma, and I really liked how they implemented this feature. It's clean, simple, and gets the job done. Here’s a peek at their approach:

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Default Status Codes

For inspiration on which status codes to include by default, you can check out various HTTP status code references online. This can help provide a solid foundation for users to customize their whitelists.

Additional Context and Call for Collaboration

My Attempt

I even tried to implement this myself, but I'm not too familiar with REACT and your system's architecture. Any help or guidance would be greatly appreciated! I'm always eager to learn and contribute.

Open to Suggestions

I'm really excited about the potential of this feature and how it could improve Checkmate. Thanks for considering my request, and I'm looking forward to hearing your thoughts. Also, feel free to check out my other issues – I'm still creating them!

Inspiration for Default Status Codes

Don't forget to grab some inspiration for default status codes from standard HTTP documentation. This will help users get started quickly and understand the feature better.

Final Thoughts

In conclusion, adding the ability to whitelist HTTP status codes would significantly enhance Checkmate's flexibility and accuracy, particularly for monitoring APIs and complex web applications. By providing a user-friendly interface and drawing inspiration from tools like UptimeKuma, this feature can become a valuable asset for all Checkmate users. Thanks for considering this feature request, and I look forward to seeing how it evolves! Let's make Checkmate even better together!Thanks for your help, and feel free to take a look at my other Issues! Still Creating.