Kong / Kong/insomnia

[Improvement] Clear DNS cache without having to close Insomnia

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A-networking C-improvement S-verified
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Description

When testing web service calls across production servers, I often change host file entries to point my machine at a particular web host. I can clear the OS cache, but the insomnia cache requires you to exit and restart the client.

I am told I can wait for 60 seconds, but time is of the essence when I am making production changes and would rather not have to wait.

An option in the UI to clear that cache on the fly would be helpful.

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Research direction

Start by tracing Insomnia’s DNS-cache handling and the existing UI actions; the issue names no files or tests. Done means users can clear the cache from the UI immediately, without restarting Insomnia or waiting 60 seconds, with the behavior verified.

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Assessment

Tech stack
typescript
Domain
desktop, networking
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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