Django is the most popular web framework for Python and is used by many large websites, including Instagram, the Washington Post, Spotify, and Eventbrite. It is great for getting projects up and running quickly, with all the built-in functionality to ensure that it is up to modern security standards and can scale to accommodate your future needs.
Introduction to Django
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level
Recommended experience
7 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
What you'll learn
Set up a Django project from scratch
Understand the Model-Template-View architecture that it uses
Learn core features, like the ORM, the admin view, and the templating engine
Skills you'll gain
- Model View Controller
- Development Environment
- Web Development
- Security Controls
- Django (Web Framework)
- Virtual Environment
- System Configuration
- Application Development
- Application Programming Interface (API)
- Application Deployment
- Integrated Development Environments
- Software Installation
- Application Frameworks
- Relational Databases
- Authentications
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Assessments
6 assignments
Taught in English
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September 2025
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There is 1 module in this course
This module introduces Django, guiding learners from setup to project architecture. It covers essential resources, environment preparation, and foundational Python skills. Lessons explain Django’s app structure, core settings, and the request lifecycle, emphasizing flexibility in project organization. Learners explore built-in features like authentication, admin, and security, and discover popular libraries for APIs and deployment. By the end, students understand Django’s MVT architecture and how to customize projects for various needs.
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34 videos6 assignments
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