SOAP Client
A SOAP client is a software component or tool that enables applications to send requests to and receive responses from SOAP-based web services. It handles the creation, transmission, and parsing of SOAP messages, which are XML-based and follow the SOAP protocol for communication over networks like HTTP. SOAP clients are essential for interacting with enterprise-level web services that require strict standards, security, and reliability.
Developers should learn and use SOAP clients when working with legacy systems, enterprise applications, or services that require robust security (e.g., WS-Security), transactions, or adherence to strict standards like those in finance or healthcare. They are particularly useful in scenarios where services are built on SOAP-based architectures, such as integrating with older APIs, government systems, or corporate environments that mandate SOAP for interoperability and compliance.