Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Django Framework

• Overview of Python web frameworks and Django advantages
• Understanding the Model-View-Template (MVT) architecture
• Setting up a Django development environment
• Creating and configuring a Django project
• Case Study: Set up a basic Django project and create a simple web page

Module 2: Working with Models, Views, and Templates

• Understanding Django Models and ORM
• Creating Views and working with Django Template Language
• Connecting Models to Templates with Context Data
• Case Study: Develop a basic CRUD (Create, Read, Update, Delete) application

Module 3: Database Integration and ORM Queries

• Configuring databases in Django
• Writing and executing ORM queries
• Implementing relationships between models
• Case Study: Build a dynamic blog with database integration

Module 4: Forms and User Input Handling

• Creating and handling Django forms
• Validating user input and managing form submissions
• Handling file uploads and media storage
• Case Study: Develop a user registration and login system

Module 5: Authentication and User Management

• Implementing user authentication with Django’s built-in tools
• Role-based access control and user permissions
• Password hashing and security best practices
• Case Study: Build a secure login system with user roles

Module 6: Working with Django REST Framework (DRF) and APIs

• Introduction to Django REST Framework (DRF)
• Creating and managing RESTful APIs
• Consuming APIs with front-end frameworks and mobile applications
• Case Study: Build an API for a task management system

Module 7: Security Best Practices in Django

• Preventing SQL injection and cross-site scripting (XSS)
• Implementing CSRF protection and secure authentication
• Data encryption techniques in Django
• Case Study: Secure an existing Django web application

Module 8: Performance Optimization and Caching

• Improving application speed with caching mechanisms
• Optimizing database queries and indexing
• Reducing memory consumption and improving code efficiency
• Case Study: Optimize a slow-performing Django application

Module 9: Deployment and Hosting Django Applications

• Preparing Django applications for production
• Hosting on cloud platforms (Heroku, AWS, DigitalOcean)
• Configuring domain, database, and environment settings
• Case Study: Deploy a fully functional Django application on a live server

Module 10: Real-Life Project and Final Presentation

• Developing a complete web application using Django
• Integrating all concepts learned throughout the course
• Team project: Build a real-world application from scratch
• Presentation and review of the final project
• Case Study: Work on a real-life Django project incorporating authentication, database management, and security features