How can I use Django Rest Framework with async ORM?

How can I use Django Rest Framework with async ORM?

You can use Django Rest Framework (DRF) with async ORM by leveraging Django's async capabilities. Make sure you're using Django 3.1 or later, as it introduced async support. You can define your views as async functions and use async database queries.

What are the benefits of using async ORM with DRF?

The benefits include improved performance, especially for I/O-bound operations, as async ORM allows handling multiple requests concurrently without blocking.

Are there any limitations I should be aware of?

Yes, some limitations include compatibility issues with certain third-party packages that may not support async, and the need to ensure your entire stack is async-compatible.

Can you provide an example of an async view in DRF?

Sure! Here's a simple example:

from rest_framework.views import APIView
from rest_framework.response import Response

class AsyncExampleView(APIView):
    async def get(self, request):
        data = await YourAsyncModel.objects.all()
        return Response(data)