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Rails 8 authentication setup is automated using the built-in generator to scaffold User, Session, and Current models. It creates has_secure_password functionality, session tracking, and reusable controller concerns to enforce login across typical web flows.

The Rails 8 authentication generator includes User models with has_secure_password, Session tracking, and a Current context. It also provides authentication concerns and controller protections to enforce login where needed across web applications.

Yes, the Rails 8 authentication generator supports password reset flows and per-request session handling suitable for APIs. It provides ready-to-use login/logout functionality and session management for web apps and API endpoints.

No, the Rails 8 authentication setup does not require external dependencies. It uses the framework's built-in generator to create a self-contained workflow with models, controllers, and a reusable authentication concern.

The best way to protect Rails controllers is by applying a reusable authentication concern generated by the Rails 8 built-in tool. This concern enforces login and manages the Current context for secure access control across web flows.