Python - Web Development with FastAPI

Unlock the Power of FastAPI and Build Lightning-Fast APIs with Python In today's world of high-performance applications, developers need tools that are both powerful and intuitive. Enter FastAPI —a modern, asynchronous Python framework designed for creating robust, production-ready RESTful and GraphQL APIs with minimal effort and maximum efficiency. This comprehensive guide walks you through everything you need to master FastAPI from the ground up. Whether you're a beginner transitioning from Flask or Django, a data scientist exposing models via APIs, or a full-stack developer integrating with React/Vue frontends, this book will equip you with practical skills and real-world insights. From understanding asynchronous programming and leveraging Pydantic for data validation, to implementing security practices like OAuth2, JWT, and rate limiting—each chapter is filled with step-by-step examples, best practices, and expert tips. You'll also explore advanced topics like middleware, dependency injection, GraphQL integration, internationalization, and deploying your apps using Docker and cloud services. The book culminates in a full project walkthrough where you'll build a complete Task Management API featuring authentication, CRUD operations, background tasks, testing, and deployment—giving you a solid foundation to start your own projects confidently. Key Features: ?? Learn FastAPI fundamentals and advanced concepts in a structured, easy-to-follow way. ?? Secure your APIs with industry-standard techniques including JWT, OAuth2, and RBAC. ?? Test-driven development using pytest, mocks, and async testing strategies. ?? Deploy your applications with Docker, Uvicorn, Gunicorn, and cloud platforms. ?? Internationalize your app with localization, language detection, and translation workflows. ?? Explore emerging trends like serverless computing, AI integrations, and GraphQL with FastAPI. ??? Hands-on project-based learning —build a real-world task management API from scratch.