Why Use HttpClientFactory Over HttpClient in .NET

The diagram illustrates the request-response flow using .NET Core and HttpClientFactory. Image was obtained from Henrique Mauri

In .NET development, understanding how to make efficient, reliable, and scalable web requests is crucial. Two primary players in this domain are HttpClient and HttpClientFactory. While both serve the purpose of sending HTTP requests and receiving HTTP responses, there's a compelling case for preferring HttpClientFactory over the traditional HttpClient. This article aims to demystify these options in…