Kuldeep Pisda
How to make REST APIs in Django?
#1about 8 minutes
Understanding the fundamentals of REST API design
REST provides a standardized set of guidelines for creating web APIs using common HTTP methods like GET, POST, PUT, and DELETE.
#2about 6 minutes
Introducing the core concepts of Django REST Framework
Django REST Framework (DRF) simplifies API development with key components like serializers, routers, viewsets, and permission classes.
#3about 6 minutes
Serializing Django models into JSON with ModelSerializer
The ModelSerializer class in DRF automatically converts complex data types, like Django model instances, into native Python datatypes that can be rendered as JSON.
#4about 6 minutes
Building CRUD endpoints quickly with ViewSets and Routers
Using ModelViewSet and a router allows you to automatically generate a complete set of CRUD endpoints for a model with just a few lines of code.
#5about 11 minutes
Implementing permissions and custom authorization logic
Secure endpoints by using built-in permission classes or creating custom logic with `has_permission` and `has_object_permission` to control access.
#6about 10 minutes
Customizing API responses based on user roles
Override the `get_queryset` and `get_serializer_class` methods in a ViewSet to dynamically change the data and fields returned based on the user's permissions.
#7about 4 minutes
Customizing the Django Admin for better data management
The built-in Django admin can be customized to improve usability with features like custom list displays, search fields, and filters.
#8about 5 minutes
Q&A on starting a developer career and hackathons
The speaker shares personal experiences about getting into tech, the motivation to create, and tips for participating in hackathons.
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