Welcome to the authentication guide for the /en/tutorial_web_app/api/auth endpoint. This section provides detailed information on how to authenticate requests to the API.
Overview
The /en/tutorial_web_app/api/auth endpoint is designed to handle authentication requests. It supports various authentication methods, including:
- Basic Authentication
- OAuth 2.0
- Token-based Authentication
Basic Authentication
Basic Authentication is a simple way to authenticate users. It involves sending a username and password in the request headers. Here's how you can use it:
- Endpoint:
/en/tutorial_web_app/api/auth - Method:
GET - Headers:
Authorization:Basic <username>:<password>
OAuth 2.0
OAuth 2.0 is a more secure and flexible authentication method. It allows third-party applications to access resources on behalf of a user. Here's a brief overview of the process:
- Authorization Request: The client requests authorization from the user.
- Authorization Grant: The user grants permission to the client.
- Access Token: The client receives an access token.
- Resource Access: The client uses the access token to access the resource.
For more detailed information on OAuth 2.0, please refer to the official documentation.
Token-based Authentication
Token-based Authentication is a popular method for securing APIs. It involves generating a token when a user logs in, which is then used to authenticate subsequent requests. Here's how it works:
- Login: The user logs in and receives a token.
- Request: The user includes the token in the request headers.
- Validation: The server validates the token and allows access if valid.
For more information on token-based authentication, check out the JWT (JSON Web Token) specification.