Django - DRF Advanced Features
A developer uses LimitOffsetPagination but the API returns all items ignoring limit and offset. What is the most probable mistake?
A developer uses LimitOffsetPagination but the API returns all items ignoring limit and offset. What is the most probable mistake?
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Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
Step 1: Check pagination configuration
If pagination class is not set in the view or globally, pagination won't apply.Step 2: Confirm pagination class usage
Without setting LimitOffsetPagination as the pagination class, limit and offset parameters are ignored.Final Answer:
Pagination class is not set in the view or settings -> Option AQuick Check:
Pagination ignored = missing pagination class setting [OK]
Quick Trick: Always set pagination_class in views or settings [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES- Assuming misspelled URL params cause no pagination
- Thinking multiple pagination classes can be active simultaneously
- Ignoring that CursorPagination does not affect LimitOffsetPagination
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