How do I get started with Django Rest Framework?

How do I get started with Django Rest Framework?

To get started, first ensure you have Django installed. Then, install Django Rest Framework using pip.

What are the main features of Django Rest Framework?

Some key features include serialization, authentication, viewsets, and browsable API support.

Can you show me a simple example of a serializer?

Sure! Here's a basic example:

from rest_framework import serializers

class UserSerializer(serializers.ModelSerializer):
    class Meta:
        model = User
        fields = ['id', 'username', 'email']

How do I set up authentication in my API?

You can use token authentication by adding 'rest_framework.authtoken' to your INSTALLED_APPS and configuring it in your settings.