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+A RESTful API developed using ASP.NET Core 8 Web API and EF Core 8.
+Developed a RESTful API that allows users to perform CRUD operations on movie data.
+Integrated Identity services, including authentication, authorization, and JSON Web
+Tokens JWT to enhance security and access control.
+Designed the API to be scalable, maintainable, and consistent with industry best practices.