Learn Django - 10 Code Examples & CST Typing Practice Test
Django is a high-level Python web framework that encourages rapid development, clean design, and pragmatic code. It includes built-in tools for ORM, authentication, routing, and templating.
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Learn DJANGO with Real Code Examples
Updated Nov 25, 2025
Installation Setup
Install Python 3.8+
Install Django via `pip install django`
Create project: `django-admin startproject project_name`
Create apps: `python manage.py startapp app_name`
Run development server: `python manage.py runserver`
Environment Setup
Install Python 3.8+
Create virtual environment
Install Django via pip
Set up database (SQLite/PostgreSQL/MySQL)
Run development server
Config Files
settings.py - project configuration
urls.py - routing
models.py - database schema
views.py - request handling
manage.py - CLI utility
Cli Commands
django-admin startproject
python manage.py startapp
python manage.py migrate
python manage.py runserver
python manage.py createsuperuser
Internationalization
Built-in i18n and l10n support
Translate templates and messages
Handle multiple locales per request
Time zones and date formatting
Integration with translation files
Accessibility
Templates can include ARIA and semantic HTML
Supports internationalization and localization
Form validation ensures accessibility
Middleware can enforce headers for clients
Compatible with screen readers when templates follow standards
Ui Styling
Handled via templates and static files
Supports CSS, JS, and frontend frameworks
Dynamic content rendered in HTML
Admin interface comes with default styling
Template inheritance for modular UI
State Management
Stateless HTTP requests
Persistent state via database
Sessions for user state
Cache for performance optimization
Signals for cross-component events
Data Management
ORM models for database access
Forms for input validation
Serialization for REST APIs
Caching for frequently accessed data
External API integration via requests or DRF
Frequently Asked Questions about Django
What is Django?
Django is a high-level Python web framework that encourages rapid development, clean design, and pragmatic code. It includes built-in tools for ORM, authentication, routing, and templating.
What are the primary use cases for Django?
Building dynamic web applications and websites. Developing RESTful APIs with Django REST Framework. Rapid prototyping of web projects. CMS and admin dashboard applications. E-commerce and SaaS applications
What are the strengths of Django?
Rapid development with built-in components. Secure defaults against common web vulnerabilities. Scalable for high-traffic websites. Large and active community with many third-party packages. Comprehensive documentation and tutorials
What are the limitations of Django?
Monolithic design can feel heavy for microservices. Learning curve for ORM and templating system. Slower than lightweight frameworks like Flask for small apps. Not as async-native as FastAPI. Some defaults may require customization for complex architectures
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