Today. we will learn how to serve static files. particularly image files. using FastAPI.
The example we will use assumes that a file named `main.py` and a folder named `log` are in the same directory level.
The `log` folder contains image files that are configured for external access.
Now. let's take a look at the code.
First. we import FastAPI and StaticFiles.
StaticFiles is a module used in FastAPI for serving static files.
We will also use the os module to set file paths.
Now. we set the path to serve the `log` folder as a static file directory.
We use `os.path.join` and `os.path.dirname` to set the path for the `log` folder. which is at the same directory level as `main.py`.
Finally. we mount the `log` folder using StaticFiles.
This allows access to an image file by appending `/log/image-filename` to the server address.
Now. when we run the FastAPI server. external access to image files in the `log` folder becomes possible.
It can be accessed by appending the filename to /log/.
However. in real-world applications. security is crucial.
Typically. when serving images using cloud services like AWS.
Access is restricted through security configurations.
For instance. access may be restricted to specific IP addresses or domains.
Alternatively. access may be limited to authenticated users only.
Such security measures prevent unauthorized access to data.
And are essential for ensuring service stability.
In this way. we have explored how to serve static files using FastAPI and the importance of security configurations.
Using this method. you can easily serve images and other static files in your web application.