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₹3700
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Duration: 1 Month
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Delivery mode: Flexible as per the student
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Group size: 21 - 40
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Instruction language:
English,
Malayalam
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Certificate provided:
No
Understanding APIs from Scratch
Before writing any code, learners will clearly understand:
What an API is and why it is needed
Difference between frontend requests and backend responses
How real-world apps (Instagram, Amazon, YouTube) use APIs
The role of APIs in web and mobile applications
Concepts are explained using real-life examples (like ordering food, sending messages, or logging into an app) to make understanding effortless.
Core API Design Concepts
You will learn the foundational rules of good API design, including:
Resources and endpoints (users, products, posts)
HTTP methods and when to use them
GET – retrieve data
POST – create data
PUT/PATCH – update data
DELETE – remove data
URL structure and naming conventions
Request and response lifecycle
Status codes and their meaning
JSON as a data format
Each concept is taught slowly and logically, ensuring there is no confusion.
Designing APIs the Right Way
This section focuses on thinking like a backend engineer, not just coding.
You will learn:
How to identify backend requirements
How to break features into API endpoints
How to design APIs that are easy to understand and use
How to avoid common beginner mistakes
How to keep APIs consistent and predictable
Students are taught how to think before coding, which is a critical industry skill.
API Design Using Django (Basics)
Using Django, you will learn:
How to create API endpoints
Handling request data safely
Sending structured responses
Connecting APIs to database models
Basic validation and error handling
Introduction to Django REST concepts (without overwhelming details)
The focus is on clarity and fundamentals, preparing students for advanced frameworks like Django REST Framework later.
Testing and Debugging APIs
You will also learn:
How to test APIs using tools like Postman
Understanding request headers and payloads
Debugging common API errors
Reading error responses correctly
This helps learners gain confidence in real-world API usage.
Security and Best Practices (Beginner Level)
Basic but essential API practices are covered, such as:
Input validation
Avoiding sensitive data exposure
Basic authentication concepts
Handling unauthorized access
Writing clean and maintainable API code
Who This Tutorial Is For
Beginners learning backend development
Django learners who want to build real APIs
Students confused about how APIs work
Anyone preparing for backend or full-stack roles
Outcome After Completing This Section
By the end of this tutorial, learners will:
Clearly understand how APIs work
Be able to design and structure APIs properly
Know how to connect frontend with backend using APIs
Think logically about backend systems
Be ready to move toward advanced REST APIs and real projects
Teaching Approach
This tutorial follows a simple rule:
If you can explain it to a beginner, you truly understand it.
Everything is taught with:
Clear explanations
Real-world examples
Step-by-step logic
Zero unnecessary jargon