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FOLASAYO SAMUEL OLAYEMI
FOLASAYO SAMUEL OLAYEMI

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Protect Your APIs from Abuse with FastAPI and Redis

Hey developers!

I just published a new video on TechPrane Youtube Channel that dives into an essential topic: How to Protect Your APIs from Abuse Using FastAPI and Redis.

If you're building APIs, this video is a must-watch!

What You’ll Learn:

  • The importance of rate limiting in API security.

  • How to implement a rate limiter with FastAPI middleware.

  • Why Redis is ideal for managing real-time request limits.

  • Techniques for handling abusive requests gracefully.

API security is critical, and in this video, I’ll guide you step-by-step on how to prevent abuse, safeguard your backend, and ensure optimal performance with rate limiting.

Check it out here

Let’s make your APIs more robust and secure together!

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