# Building Scalable APIs with Django REST Framework
Django REST Framework (DRF) is a powerful toolkit for building Web APIs in Python. In this comprehensive guide, we'll explore best practices for creating production-ready APIs.
## Authentication and Permissions
Setting up proper authentication is crucial for API security. DRF supports multiple authentication methods including Token, JWT, and OAuth2.
## Pagination Strategies
For large datasets, implementing efficient pagination is essential. DRF offers cursor-based, limit-offset, and page number pagination out of the box.
## Caching for Performance
Implementing caching at various levels can significantly improve API response times. We'll explore Redis integration and cache invalidation strategies.
## Conclusion
Following these practices will help you build APIs that can handle millions of requests while maintaining security and performance.
