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Interacting with APIs in Python

Full-Stack Engineering

4 courses

72 practices

5 hours

Transform your Python applications by connecting them to the world! This learning path equips you with essential skills for API integration—from crafting HTTP requests to implementing secure authentication and building robust test suites.

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Verified skills you'll gain

DEVELOPING

Authentication and Authorization

DEVELOPING

End-to-End Testing and Debugging

INTERMEDIATE

Working with APIs

Tools you'll use

curl

JWT

pytest

Python

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Course 2

Efficient API Interactions with Python

4 lessons

16 practices

Level up your API skills with advanced techniques! Handle errors gracefully, manage file uploads/downloads, navigate paginated responses, and leverage HTTP headers effectively. You'll finish with practical strategies to tackle complex API interactions confidently in real-world applications.

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Course 3

API Authentication Methods with Python

4 lessons

18 practices

Unlock secure API communication! Learn to access protected endpoints using API keys, session cookies, and JSON Web Tokens (JWTs). Master authentication flows including login, token refresh, and proper logout procedures. Build applications that confidently integrate with any secured API.

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Course 4

Automating API Tests with Python

4 lessons

19 practices

Build reliable API test suites with pytest and requests! Create efficient test cases, leverage fixtures for code reuse, and implement comprehensive coverage for CRUD operations and authentication flows. Catch bugs before production and ensure your APIs remain rock-solid through continuous development.

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Faith Yim

Software Engineer

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Alex Bush

Full Stack Engineer

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Abbey Helterbran

Tech consultant

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Senior Machine Learning Engineer

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Data Scientist

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