Laravel's API resources feature allows fine-grained control over data serialization, enabling developers to expose only necessary attributes while maintaining consistency across applications. Basic usage involves creating a resource class that defines how model attributes are serialized, and advanced techniques include using closures and helper functions for complex transformations.
Laravel Sanctum is a lightweight solution for token-based authentication, developed by Taylor Otwell. It provides rapid development and deployment capabilities. To get started, install the package via Composer, publish the migration, and configure settings in `sanctum.php`. Authenticating with tokens involves obtaining a JWT on login, storing it securely, and sending it in the `Authorization` header for subsequent requests.
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