An API (Application Programming Interface) is a software that allows two applications to talk to each other. … We will build Django REST application with Django 2. X.X that allows users to create, edit, and delete API.

How do I use API in Django?

1. Install and Set Up Django and DRF. Let’s start by creating a Python virtual environment and activating it in the desired working directory. …
2. Set Up Django Models. …
3. Set Up DRF Serializers. …
4. Set Up Routers and Create API URLs. …
5. Start Using the API.

What is Django REST API used for?

Django Rest Framework lets you create RESTful APIs: A way to transfer information between an interface and a database in a simple way.