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FastAPI Essentials for Python Developers

Software Engineering

5 courses

102 practices

13 hours

Boost your Python skills with FastAPI! Start by creating your first app and endpoints, mastering HTTP methods, and data modeling. Learn error handling for smooth operations and secure your APIs with JWT authentication. Perfect for Python enthusiasts aiming to excel in backend development.

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API Integration, Design, & Development

INTERMEDIATE

Authentication, Authorization, & Security

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Data Management and Database Querying

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Server-Side Programming

Tools you'll use

FastAPI

JWT

Pydantic

Python

Course 1

Introduction to FastAPI Basics

5 lessons

20 practices

Begin your FastAPI journey by mastering fundamental concepts. Craft a basic application, run your API, and create your first endpoints. Dive into GET requests and handle parameters with ease, setting a strong foundation for your backend development prowess.

Course 2

HTTP Methods and Request Handling with FastAPI

5 lessons

20 practices

Unlock the power of HTTP methods in FastAPI. Learn to handle asynchronous requests, process POST, PUT, and DELETE requests, and create versatile endpoints. Elevate your API functionality and interaction capabilities, empowering you to build more dynamic and responsive applications.

Course 3

Working with Data Models in FastAPI

5 lessons

24 practices

Harness the power of Pydantic models for data validation and structuring. Design and validate robust data models and seamlessly integrate nested models. This course sharpens your data-handling skills, ensuring accurate and reliable API interactions.

Course 4

Status Codes and Error Handling with FastAPI

4 lessons

18 practices

Master error handling in FastAPI to build resilient applications. Implement custom error messages, leverage exception handlers, and create custom exceptions. This course equips you with the tools to ensure your API remains robust, informative, and user-friendly, even in error scenarios.

Course 5

Mastering FastAPI Authentication with JWT

4 lessons

20 practices

Dive into four engaging units that take you from basic user authentication to mastering JWT tokens. Learn to secure your endpoints, handle tokens like a pro, and build robust, authenticated APIs effortlessly.

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