Building REST APIs with Flask
Design, Develop, and Deploy Scalable Web APIs Using Python and Flask
Master Flask API development from basics to production deployment. Learn REST principles, authentication, testing, and real-world implementation with Python's most flexible web framework.
About This Book
Quick Overview
Master Flask API development from basics to production deployment. Learn REST principles, authentication, testing, and real-world implementation with Python's most flexible web framework.
Key Topics Covered
- REST API design principles
- Flask framework fundamentals
- HTTP request handling
- Database integration with SQLAlchemy
- Authentication and authorization systems
- Data validation and serialization
- Error handling and logging
- API testing methodologies
- Pagination and filtering systems
- API versioning strategies
- Documentation automation
- Production deployment techniques
- Real-world Flask projects
Who Should Read This Book
Python developers seeking API development skills, Web developers transitioning to Flask, Backend developers building microservices, Software engineers creating RESTful services, Students learning modern web development, Professionals upgrading legacy API systems
Prerequisites
Basic Python programming knowledge, Understanding of HTTP protocols, Familiarity with command-line interfaces, Basic understanding of databases and SQL concepts
Table of Contents
About This Publication
**Building REST APIs with Flask** is your complete roadmap to mastering professional API development using Python's most elegant web framework. This comprehensive guide transforms beginners into confident Flask developers while providing experienced programmers with advanced techniques for building scalable, production-ready APIs. You'll start by understanding REST architectural principles and setting up a robust Flask development environment. The journey progresses through creating basic API endpoints, handling various request types, and implementing proper code organization patterns that ensure maintainability as your projects grow. The book's middle sections dive deep into essential enterprise features: secure database integration using SQLAlchemy, implementing authentication and authorization systems, comprehensive data validation and serialization, and professional error handling strategies. You'll master advanced topics including intelligent pagination systems, powerful filtering and search capabilities, API versioning strategies, and automated documentation generation. The final chapters focus on practical application with comprehensive testing methodologies, multiple deployment strategies, and complete real-world projects that demonstrate professional Flask API development patterns. By completion, you'll possess the skills to architect, develop, test, and deploy Flask APIs that meet enterprise standards for security, scalability, and maintainability.
Book Details
- Format
- File Size
- 1.7 MB
- Chapters
- 14
- Code Examples
- 99
- Exercises
- 99
- Difficulty Level
- beginner
- Reading Time
- 18-22
Special Features
• **Practical, hands-on approach** with working code examples for every concept • **Progressive learning structure** from basics to advanced enterprise features • **Real-world projects** demonstrating complete Flask API development lifecycle • **Industry best practices** for code organization, security, and scalability • **Comprehensive testing coverage** using pytest and professional testing patterns • **Multiple deployment strategies** from development to production environments • **Advanced Flask extensions** integration including SQLAlchemy, Flask-JWT, and more • **Professional error handling** and logging implementation patterns • **API documentation automation** using Flask-RESTX and OpenAPI standards • **Complete source code** available for all examples and projects
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