REST APIs with Flask and Python - Setting up This Section's Project

This video tutorial introduces SQL Alchemy, a tool for mapping objects to database rows, and guides viewers through setting up a project environment. It covers creating folders, setting up a virtual environment, and installing necessary packages like Flask and Flask SQL Alchemy. The tutorial also includes copying code from previous sections to build a consistent API and concludes with final setup steps to prepare for coding.

What is SQL Alchemy and what purpose does it serve?

Explain the process of creating a virtual environment for a project.

What commands are used to activate a virtual environment on Mac and Windows?

List the packages that need to be installed for the project and their purposes.

What is the difference between SQL Alchemy and Flask SQL Alchemy?

Describe the steps to copy code from a previous section into the new project folder.

What should be done with the data DB file before creating a new one?