Explore OpenAPI development with Python in this informative EuroPython 2017 conference talk. Gain a solid foundation in OpenAPI (Swagger) basics and discover its ecosystem of tools related to Python. Learn how to leverage these tools in your own projects, whether you're creating or using API services for web applications, mobile apps, or other software. Delve into a comparison of OpenAPI with other API frameworks, and examine core tools like Swagger Editor, Swagger Codegen, and Swagger UI. Through a real-world case study, understand how OpenAPI and Python can be effectively implemented in a professional setting. Suitable for developers with basic knowledge of API development and Python, this talk provides valuable insights into streamlining your API development process.