What is Flask-Swagger and how do I use it?

What is Flask-Swagger and how do I use it?

Flask-Swagger is an extension for Flask that helps you create and serve Swagger API documentation. It allows you to define your API endpoints and their specifications in a structured way.

How do I install Flask-Swagger?

You can install Flask-Swagger using pip. Just run pip install flask-swagger in your terminal.

Can you show me a basic example of how to set it up?

Sure! First, create a Flask app, then use Flask-Swagger to define your API endpoints. Here's a simple example:

from flask import Flask
from flask_swagger import swagger

app = Flask(__name__)

@app.route('/api/docs')
def api_docs():
    return swagger(app)

if __name__ == '__main__':
    app.run()

What are the benefits of using Swagger with Flask?

Using Swagger with Flask helps in creating interactive API documentation, making it easier for developers to understand and test your API.