Convert aiohttp to optional dependency for REST use cases #771
Description
Title: Make aiohttp an optional dependency for REST-only use cases
Labels: dependencies, cleanup, enhancement, performance
Description:
aiohttp should be converted to an optional dependency since it's only needed for specific REST use cases and not core functionality.
Background
aiohttp adds significant overhead for users who don't need REST functionality. Making it optional will reduce the base installation size and dependencies.
Tasks
- Audit all aiohttp usage in the codebase
- Identify which features require aiohttp
- Move aiohttp to appropriate optional dependency group
- Add runtime checks with clear error messages when aiohttp is needed but missing
- Update documentation and installation guides
- Ensure core functionality works without aiohttp
Acceptance Criteria
- aiohttp is only installed when explicitly needed
- Clear error messages when aiohttp functionality is used without installation
- Core SDK functionality works without aiohttp
- Updated documentation reflects optional nature