Yes you need to know django to use the rest framework . You would probably need to know django Models and djangos ORM. And probably a little bit of views. It may be overwhelming in the beginning but you can pick it up quickly.
Read moreCan we use Django REST framework without Django?
Couple days ago I decided to explore the idea of creating Django API views without the famous Django Rest Framework also known as DRF . Don’t get me wrong DRF is a unique toolkit for building web APIs and you should use it as much as possible.
Read moreHow do I run a Django project from Github?
Clone and Run a Django Project from Github
Read moreIs Django a REST framework?
REST is a loosely defined protocol for listing, creating, changing, and deleting data on your server over HTTP. The Django REST framework (DRF) is a toolkit built on top of the Django web framework that reduces the amount of code you need to write to create REST interfaces.
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Installing Git Django uses Git for its source control. You can download Git, but it’s often easier to install with your operating system’s package manager. Django’s Git repository is hosted on GitHub, and it is recommended that you also work using GitHub .
Read moreWhat is Django and Flask?
Django is a full-stack web framework that enables ready to use solutions with its batteries-included approach. Flask is a lightweight framework that gives abundant features without external libraries and minimalist features. Working of Framework/Data Model.
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