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Build a Python REST API with the Django Rest Framework

10h 8m 56s
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Build a Python REST API with the Django Rest Framework is a 66-lesson 10 hours 8 minutes self-paced course by Udemy. How does Apple Maps have Yelp listings?

Course facts

Lessons
66
Duration
10 hours 8 minutes
Language
English
Released
June 2018
Added to CourseFlix
April 2024
Instructor
Udemy
Price
Premium

How does Apple Maps have Yelp listings? How does Tinder get Facebook user profiles? How does Amazon Alexa know the latest news? These questions get to the core of how powerful REST APIs can be: it allows for websites to communicate with each other without any human interaction.

Building a REST API isn't just about connecting with third party services, it's also about:

  • Adding Authentication, Registration, Databases, and more to your Mobile App, IOT Device, TV app, Car app, and more
  • Connecting your own web apps with each other
  • Creating micro-services
  • Adding a backend for Angular, React, iOS Apps, Android apps, and more
  • Simplifying the process of separating your backend from your frontend
  • Making it easier to build additional services with new developers

This course will teach you step-by-step exactly how to build a REST API

We'll cover the concepts first, then we'll go into build a PURE DJANGO REST API, then we'll use the Django REST Framework to build a REST API.

Requirements:
  • Some Python Experience
  • Some Django Experience
Who this course is for:
  • Anyone looking to connect their apps (mobile, web, iot, TV, etc) to a REST API
  • Anyone looking to get better at building web applications
  • Anyone looking to add Users, Security, Permissions, and a Database to anything that can connect to the internet
  • Pythonistas and Beginner Python learners
  • Djangonauts and Beginner Django learners

What you'll learn:

  • What is an API?
  • What is a REST API?
  • How to build your own REST API
  • A deeper understanding of Django
  • A deep understanding of the Django Rest Framework
  • A deep understanding of JWT and authentication with the Django Rest Framework
  • Building an REST API with Python

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#Lesson TitleDurationAccess
1
Welcome Demo
01:43
2
Welcome
00:26
3
Behind the API
09:40
4
The Magic of REST APIs
27:34
5
Requirements
01:29
6
Blank Django Project
04:51
7
The Updates App and Model
06:42
8
A JSON Response
08:53
9
HttpResponse with Json Data
02:30
10
JSON CBV
08:12
11
Serialize Data
08:31
12
Managers & Methods to Produce Serialized Data
08:23
13
The Dot Values Method
05:26
14
Practical API Module
08:07
15
Practical API Module Part 2
10:14
16
Use the API with Python Requests
10:24
17
Handling Errors
12:16
18
Http Status Codes
07:00
19
Validating Data with a Model Form
14:42
20
Update & Delete
12:26
21
Validate JSON
07:36
22
Update & Delete Part 2
15:06
23
One Endpoint to Rule the Model
19:59
24
Introduction
03:09
25
Install Django Rest Framework
04:21
26
Status Model & App
05:04
27
Model Form for Validation
05:53
28
Creating a Serializer
12:19
29
Create & Update through Serializers
11:12
30
Validation & Fields
08:43
31
API Endpoints Overview
05:34
32
List & Search API View
09:26
33
Create API View
02:34
34
Detail API View
03:14
35
Update & Delete API Views
03:15
36
Mixins to Power Http Methods
09:47
37
One API Endpoint for CRUDL
12:45
38
One API Endpoint for CRUDL Part 2
16:33
39
Uploading & Handling Images
10:23
40
2 Views for CRUDL
08:07
41
Authentication & Permissions
11:22
42
Global Settings for Authentication & Permissions
05:28
43
Permission Tests with Python Requests
07:06
44
Implement JWT Authentication
10:45
45
JWT Authorization Header
10:16
46
Custom JWT Response Payload Handler
06:10
47
Custom Authentication View
15:08
48
Register API View
09:14
49
User Register Serializer
10:23
50
Serializer Method Field
05:04
51
Get Context Data
05:54
52
Custom Permissions
06:56
53
Is Owner or Read Only Permission
12:51
54
Nested Serializer Part 1
08:52
55
Nested Serializer Part 2
07:33
56
Nested Serializer Part 3
16:21
57
Pagination to Manage Request Load
08:38
58
Search Filter & Ordering
11:20
59
Reverse URLs with DRF
10:27
60
Serializer related fields
11:58
61
Automated Testing
07:48
62
Testing User API
19:05
63
Testing API
20:45
64
Testing with a Temporary Image
20:19
65
Django Rest API Wrap Up
03:34
66
Thank you and next steps
01:10
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Frequently asked questions

What prerequisites are needed to enroll in this course?
Before starting this course, it is recommended that students have a basic understanding of Python programming and familiarity with web development concepts. Knowledge of Django, the web framework, is beneficial but not mandatory as the course begins with setting up a blank Django project.
What projects will I work on in this course?
Throughout the course, students will work on building a REST API using Django Rest Framework. This includes creating models, serializers, and API views, as well as implementing features like authentication with JWT, uploading images, and handling CRUDL operations. By the end, students will have developed a fully functional API capable of handling various web requests.
Who is the target audience for this course?
The course is designed for developers interested in building REST APIs using Python and Django. It caters to those who have basic knowledge of Python and want to expand their skills in API development. Whether you're a beginner in web services or an experienced developer looking to enhance your Django skills, this course can be beneficial.
How does this course compare to other Django courses?
This course focuses specifically on the Django Rest Framework and REST API development, covering aspects like serialization, authentication, and request handling. Unlike general Django courses that cover web development broadly, this course zooms in on API-related features and practices, providing a specialized skill set for creating APIs.
What specific tools and platforms will be used in this course?
The course primarily uses Django Rest Framework to build the API. Additional tools include Python Requests for API interaction and JWT for implementing authentication. Students will also learn to manage API endpoints and permissions using DRF's settings and custom view approaches.
What topics are not covered in this course?
This course does not cover front-end development or user interface design. It also does not delve into advanced Django features unrelated to API development, such as template rendering or middleware configuration. The focus remains on backend API development with Django Rest Framework.
How much time should I expect to commit to this course?
The course consists of 66 lessons. While the exact runtime isn't specified, students should allocate time for both video lessons and hands-on practice. The depth of content, particularly around complex topics like JWT authentication and API view customization, suggests a commitment of several weeks for thorough learning and application of the material.