Build a beginner-friendly REST API from scratch using Laravel 8 and implement authentication using API keys with Laravel Sanctum in this comprehensive 54-minute tutorial. Learn to set up Laravel, configure SQLite, create basic routing, develop a Product model and migration, utilize the model, and implement CRUD operations for products. Explore Sanctum setup, route protection, user registration, token generation, logout functionality, and user login. Follow along with provided code examples and consult the Laravel Sanctum documentation for additional reference. Master the essentials of creating a secure and functional REST API with Laravel 8 and Sanctum authentication.