How do I set up an authentication backend in Django?

How do I set up an authentication backend in Django?

To set up an authentication backend in Django, you need to create a custom backend class and configure it in your settings.

What does a custom backend class look like?

A custom backend class typically inherits from BaseBackend and implements methods like authenticate and get_user.

Can you show me a code example?

Sure! Here's a simple example:

from django.contrib.auth.backends import BaseBackend

class MyCustomBackend(BaseBackend):
    def authenticate(self, request, username=None, password=None, **kwargs):
        # Your authentication logic here
        pass

    def get_user(self, user_id):
        # Logic to retrieve the user
        pass