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Building Python Web APIs with FastAPI
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Building Python Web APIs with FastAPI

by Abdulazeez
July 2022
Intermediate to advanced
216 pages
3h 20m
English
Packt Publishing

Overview

Learn how to develop fast and efficient web APIs using FastAPI, the cutting-edge Python framework for creating RESTful APIs. In this book, you will explore the key features of FastAPI, including routing, authentication, and database connectivity, to rapidly build robust backend systems with minimal effort.

What this Book will help me do

  • Understand the fundamentals of FastAPI and its approach to creating RESTful APIs.
  • Set up and secure a complete FastAPI application while managing database connections.
  • Implement and optimize CRUD operations for SQL and NoSQL databases efficiently.
  • Handle API errors and responses effectively to provide a robust service.
  • Deploy your FastAPI projects to production environments, including the cloud.

Author(s)

Abdulazeez None is an experienced Python developer and educator with a passion for building scalable backend systems and sharing knowledge. He specializes in creating efficient and secure applications using modern frameworks. In this book, Abdulazeez presents a clear and practical approach to mastering FastAPI.

Who is it for?

This book is ideal for Python developers with intermediate skills who aim to venture into building RESTful APIs efficiently. It's particularly beneficial for Flask and Django developers interested in exploring FastAPI's capabilities to create better-performing APIs. Readers should aspire to efficiently manage backend development with scalable and robust tools.

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Publisher Resources

ISBN: 9781801076630