Ultimate Django for Web App Development Using Python (ePub)

Craft Scalable and Dynamic Web Apps using Django and Python

Book Description

This comprehensive guide is an indispensable resource for developers seeking to elevate their web development skills in Django and Python. The book begins by establishing a strong foundation and understanding of Django's architecture, emphasizing the Model-View-Template (MVT) pattern and a pivotal service layer for creating scalable web applications. The book then progresses to practical aspects, guiding readers through the development of a Task Management App. This hands-on approach reinforces fundamental concepts and showcases Django's flexibility and efficiency in real-world scenarios.

The advanced sections of the book will help you tackle complex challenges, covering topics like preventing double-form submissions, implementing offline pessimistic and optimistic locking techniques, mastering API development with Django Ninja, and ensuring application reliability through exhaustive testing with pytest. The book culminates in practical insights for deploying Django applications with Docker and Kubernetes, this guide equips you to tackle real-world challenges effectively.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction to Django and Python

2. Setting Up Your Development Environment

3. Getting Started with Django Projects and Apps

4. Django Models and PostgreSQL

5. Django Views and URL Handling

6. Using the Django Template Engine

7. Forms in Django

8. User Authentication and Authorization in Django

9. Django Ninja and APIs

10. Testing with pytest

11. Deploying Django Applications with Gunicorn and Docker

12. Final Thoughts and Future Directions

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