How do I implement authentication in a Django frontend API?

How do I implement authentication in a Django frontend API?

To implement authentication in a Django frontend API, you can use Django Rest Framework's built-in authentication classes. You can choose from options like Token Authentication, Session Authentication, or JWT Authentication.

What are the steps to set up Token Authentication?

First, install Django Rest Framework and add it to your INSTALLED_APPS. Then, create a token model and set up the authentication classes in your settings. Finally, use the obtain_auth_token view to handle token generation.

How do I secure my API endpoints with permissions?

You can secure your API endpoints by using permission classes provided by Django Rest Framework. For example, you can use IsAuthenticated to ensure that only authenticated users can access certain views.

Can I customize the permission classes?

Yes, you can create custom permission classes by subclassing BasePermission and overriding the has_permission method to implement your own logic.