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DreamFactory API

DreamFactory API offers developers a free solution to rapidly create secure REST APIs for diverse databases and external services, enhancing application development.

Developed by DreamFactory Software, Inc.

Live API
99.90%Uptime
150msLatency
1.8kStars
OAuth2Auth
NoCredit Card
RESTStyle
v2Version
API Endpoints

Reference for available routes, request structures, and live examples.

Retrieve DreamFactory system administration data

Full Endpoint URL
https://api.dreamfactory.com/api/v2/system/admin
Implementation Example
curl -X GET 'https://api.dreamfactory.com/api/v2/system/admin' \
  -H 'Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY'
Expected Response
{
  "resource": [
    {
      "name": "users",
      "path": "/api/v2/system/users"
    }
  ]
}
Version:v2
Limit:Unlimited (self-hosted)
Real-World Applications
  • Rapid backend API development for mobile applications using cloud or on-premises databases.Optimized Capability
  • Creating scalable microservices that integrate multiple data sources with minimal coding.Optimized Capability
  • Simplifying data aggregation and access for enterprise BI and reporting tools.Optimized Capability
  • Modernizing legacy systems by providing standardized API layers.Optimized Capability
  • Building secure, multi-tenant SaaS applications with granular role-based access control.Optimized Capability
Advantages
  • ✓ Automates API generation across multiple database types and services.
  • ✓ Built-in security with OAuth2 and API key authentication methods.
  • ✓ Comprehensive API documentation and developer-friendly tooling.
  • ✓ Enables quick integration with minimal coding effort.
Limitations
  • ✗ Limited control over fine-tuning generated APIs compared to hand-coded backends.
  • ✗ Performance can vary depending on the underlying infrastructure.
  • ✗ Rate limits may restrict high-volume applications without custom plans.
  • ✗ Advanced customization may require additional backend development.

FAQs

API Specifications

v2
Pricing Model
Subscription
Credit Card
Not Required
Response Formats
JSON
Supported Languages
7 Languages
SDK Support
JavaScript, Python, PHP
Time to Hello World

Under 1 hour

Rate Limit

1000 requests per minute

Free Tier Usage

Free tier includes up to 1000 API calls per day with community support.

Use Case: Best For

Startups, mobile developers, enterprises seeking rapid API development

Not Recommended For

Applications requiring highly customized backend logic or extreme scalability

Resources

Documentation Official Website Pricing Details Postman Collection
#api-generation#database-management#rest-apis#open-source

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