Python Bytes #454 It's some form of Elvish
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Oct 20, 2025 Discover the intriguing djrest2 library for creating minimal REST APIs in Django, and explore the trade-offs of using different frameworks. Dive into the powerful GitHub CLI, allowing seamless management of pull requests and repositories directly from the terminal. Learn about caniscrape, a tool to analyze website anti-bot protections, and unravel the complexities of lazy imports. Enjoy a humorous take on programming with a joke that cleverly compares perplexing code to Tolkien's Elvish—coding can be quite the adventure!
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Django Can Serve REST Without Extra Frameworks
- You can build a JSON REST API in Django using only built-in class-based views and minimal code.
- Understanding that approach clarifies when to use heavier tools like Django REST Framework or Django Ninja.
djrest2 Demonstrates Minimal REST
- Emma created djrest2 as a minimal REST framework to demonstrate building APIs with Django's built-ins.
- The project packages the article's code so learners can understand REST mechanics through a smaller codebase.
Prefer Extending Your Existing App For APIs
- If your existing web app already serves data, prefer adding focused JSON endpoints instead of switching frameworks.
- Reserve full REST frameworks for when the API itself is the primary product or you need their advanced features.