2.5. Flask API Template

The Flask API Template provides an integrated FlaskApp that can function independently or in combination with the Flask API and SQLAlchemy templates if installed. It ensures a seamless integration within a layered architecture, maintaining modularity and flexibility in web application development.

This template introduces a well-structured presentation layer for API endpoints under presentation/web/api/v1, offering built-in support and examples for constructing RESTful APIs efficiently.. It automatically sets up a Flask application, configures routing for APIs and includes error handling for missing routes.

This template is designed to manage APIs, offering built-in support and examples for constructing RESTful APIs efficiently. It automatically sets up a Flask application, configures routing and includes error handling for missing routes.

This template includes essential API dependencies, such as:

• flask-login (user authentication)

• flask-restful (simplified API routing)

• flask-cors (cross-origin resource sharing)

• flask-compress (response compression)

Additionally, if the SQLAlchemy Template is installed, the Flask API Template will attempt to initialize the database connection, providing built-in support for ORM-based persistence. Otherwise, it gracefully operates without database integration, ensuring versatility in different application setups.