Web API Development with Flask (Video 23)

This video tutorial covers testing custom routes in Flask using the test client. It explains how to test API endpoints, including the candidate OK method and candidate by ID method, with a focus on handling authentication and error scenarios. The video demonstrates the use of HTTP GET requests, parsing JSON responses, and validating results with assertions. It concludes with instructions on running tests and reviewing outcomes.

What is the significance of the 'test' keyword in the test method names?

How does the Flask test client handle HTTP GET requests?

What is the purpose of adding an extra HTTP header in the test API candidate by ID method?

Explain the Triple A principle applied in the tests.

What steps are involved in running the test routes in Python?