Release v0.0.44 - `v0.0.44` Improved URL check robustness (#372) · ultralytics/actions

🌟 Summary

The v0.0.44 release improves URL verification mechanisms for enhanced accuracy and reliability while refining related testing suites. 🚀

Enhanced URL Checking Logic:
- Strengthened HTTP headers for better server compatibility and user-agent emulation.
- Added robust handling for HEAD and fallback to GET requests, reducing false negatives when verifying URLs.
- Introduced handling of "bad response codes" (e.g., 404, 500) to better flag non-functional URLs.
Expanded and Refined Test Cases:
- Included more diverse and real-world URL samples to broaden test coverage.
- Improved existing tests for accuracy by adjusting expected outcomes.
Documentation Fixes:
- Updated "Code of Conduct" and "Security Policy" links for consistent formatting and better readability.
- Refined bug report instructions for clarity, simplifying user contributions.
Version Update: Package version upgraded from 0.0.43 to 0.0.44.

🌐 More Reliable URL Validation: Enhanced logic ensures better compatibility with various server configurations, empowering users with accurate URL validation.
🔍 Improved Testing Rigor: Comprehensive testing mitigates potential edge cases, leading to more robust and predictable behavior.
📘 Better User Documentation: Clearer and consistent content enhances usability for both developers and end-users.
✅ Smooth User Experience: The fixes help users interact seamlessly with the package, building confidence and utility.

This release is a quality-focused update, ensuring long-term stability and user satisfaction for URL validation functionality. 👍

Full Changelog: v0.0.43...v0.0.44