Web Development with Python and Django

This is a job oriented and practical course for python beginners. In this course, I will help students understand how python is used in the industry to develop large scale websites.

Currently these skills are in huge demand and the skills taught in this class will make students ready for cutting edge development in python web backend.

Topics Covered

* Web development introduction - concepts of static sites, web server, dynamic sites, performance and scalability issues.
* Python solutions for web development - Introduction to Django, Twisted, Tornado etc.
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* Django basics - structure of the application, MVC design pattern introduction, django settings. basic setup and install.
* Django concepts of url routing, views, templates serving, demo of a basic static website launch.
* ORM concepts: Integration with database, query from python, insertion, deletion and updating in the database.
* Django templates form handling basics and advanced features.
* Django Project - Building a blog website for reading, posting.
* HTTP REST concepts: GET. POST, PUT, DELETE etc.
* Django - create a simple REST API
* Django REST API mini project and demo.

Who should attend

- People with basic programming skills in Python. Other languages also fine, but should be motivated to pick up python quickly.
- Exposure to website development and serving will be helpful but not necessary.
- Background in computer science or basic understanding of HTTP.

Pre-requisites

- Programming skills in any one high level programming language (pref python).
- A programming environment setup with installation of Python 2.7.
- Preferably on Linux (Ubuntu) platform but windows also ok.

What you need to bring

- Try to read up on Python and learn the basic constructs if coming from another language.
- Setup a development environment with Python 2.7
- Should be able to run commands using python command on the machine.
- A good internet connection to listen to the lectures and download packages on the go.

Key Takeaways

* Students will learn how python is used in the industry by example of website development.
* How python can enable anyone to quickly develop a powerful website from scratch.
* Ability to develop their ideas into reality and commercial success.
* Increase their job prospects by learning and doing python/django projects.