Rails strong parameters for nested attributes

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Strong parameters prevent mass assignment vulnerabilities by explicitly permitting allowed attributes. For nested associations like a post with embedded images or comments, I use nested permit calls. Arrays of primitives use [] syntax, while hashes of attributes use nested hashes. The _destroy parameter enables deletion of associated records through forms. I create private permit methods for complex nested structures to keep controllers clean. Strong parameters work seamlessly with React forms that post JSON—Rails parses the JSON into params automatically. Validation errors for nested attributes surface correctly in API responses. This security layer is essential for any Rails API accepting user input.