Select Topics in Python: Django from Coursera

Code and run Django websites without installing anything!

This course is designed for learners who have some experience with Python but a novice to Django. The modules in this course cover setting up a Django project; understanding the relationship between views, templates, and URL patterns; introduces models and the database; styling with Bootstrap; and deploying Django.

To allow for a truly hands-on, self-paced learning experience, this course is video-free. Assignments contain short explanations with images and runnable code examples with suggested edits to explore code examples further, building a deeper understanding by doing. You’ll benefit from instant feedback from a variety of assessment items along the way, gently progressing from quick understanding checks (multiple choice, fill in the blank, and un-scrambling code blocks) to slowly building features, resulting in large coding projects at the end of the course.

Course Learning Objectives:

View, templates, and URL patterns

Models and the database

Styling with Bootstrap

Deploying Django

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Syllabus

Beginner Django Project

Welcome to Week 1 of the Select Topics in Python: Django course. These assignments cover creating a basic Django project using views and templates. Learn how to style your project with Bootstrap. The module ends with uploading your project to GitHub for your portfolio and graded coding exercises.

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Welcome to Week 2 of the Select Topics in Python: Django course. These assignments cover creating a Django project with a model, views and templates. You will also learn how to manage your site with the Django Admin. Bootstrap will once again be used for styling. The module ends with uploading your project to GitHub for your portfolio and graded coding exercises.

Production Django

Welcome to Week 3 of the Select Topics in Python: Django course. These assignments cover preparing a Django project for a production environment. Learn how you would host the Django project on Heroku, substitute Postgres for SQLite, etc. The module ends with uploading your project to GitHub for your portfolio and graded coding exercises.

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Builds a strong foundation for beginners to Django, making it suitable for those new to the framework

Suitable for learners with some experience in Python but novice to Django, making it an accessible starting point for those wanting to explore Django

Provides an introduction to key Django concepts such as views, templates, URL patterns, models, and deployment

Utilizes hands-on, self-paced assignments with instant feedback, allowing learners to actively engage with the material and track their progress

Focuses on practical application through coding projects, giving learners valuable experience in building Django websites

Employs a video-free format that relies on concise explanations, images, and runnable code examples, making it accessible for learners with different learning preferences

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Select Topics in Python: Django with these activities:

Review basic Python syntax

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Brush up on your Python skills before diving into Django to make the learning curve smoother.

Browse courses on Python Syntax

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Go through an online tutorial or documentation on Python syntax.
Practice writing simple Python code snippets to test your understanding.

Read "Django 4 By Example"

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This book provides a comprehensive overview of Django and will supplement the course material.

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Read the book's chapters on Django basics, views, models, and templates.
Complete the practice exercises in the book to reinforce your understanding.

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Learners who complete Select Topics in Python: Django will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Web Developer

Web Developers are responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining websites. This course may be useful for those who wish to enter this field as it provides a foundation in Python, a popular programming language used in web development. The course also covers Django, a web framework that can be used to create dynamic and interactive web applications. By taking this course, learners can develop the skills needed to build and maintain websites, a valuable asset in the web development industry.

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Software Developer

Software Developers are responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining software applications. This course may be useful for those who wish to enter this field as it provides a foundation in Python, a popular programming language used in software development. The course also covers Django, a web framework that can be used to create dynamic and interactive web applications. By taking this course, learners can develop the skills needed to build and maintain software applications, a valuable asset in the software development industry.

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Data Analyst

Data Analysts are responsible for collecting, cleaning, and analyzing data to extract meaningful insights. This course may be useful for those who wish to enter this field as it provides a foundation in Python, a popular programming language used in data analysis. The course also covers Django, a web framework that can be used to create data visualization dashboards. By taking this course, learners can develop the skills needed to analyze data and extract insights, a valuable asset in the data analysis industry.

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Business Analyst

Business Analysts are responsible for understanding business needs and translating them into technical requirements. This course may be useful for those who wish to enter this field as it provides a foundation in Python, a popular programming language used in business analysis. The course also covers Django, a web framework that can be used to create data visualization dashboards. By taking this course, learners can develop the skills needed to understand business needs and translate them into technical requirements, a valuable asset in the business analysis industry.

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Information Security Analyst

Information Security Analysts are responsible for protecting computer systems and data from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction. This course may be useful for those who wish to enter this field as it provides a foundation in Python, a popular programming language used in information security. The course also covers Django, a web framework that can be used to create security dashboards. By taking this course, learners can develop the skills needed to protect computer systems and data, a valuable asset in the information security industry.

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Product Manager

Product Managers are responsible for defining and managing the development of new products. This course may be useful for those who wish to enter this field as it provides a foundation in Python, a popular programming language used in product management. The course also covers Django, a web framework that can be used to create prototypes and mockups. By taking this course, learners can develop the skills needed to define and manage the development of new products, a valuable asset in the product management industry.

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Technical Writer

Technical Writers are responsible for creating and maintaining technical documentation. This course may be useful for those who wish to enter this field as it provides a foundation in Python, a popular programming language used in technical writing. The course also covers Django, a web framework that can be used to create documentation websites. By taking this course, learners can develop the skills needed to create and maintain technical documentation, a valuable asset in the technical writing industry.

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Systems Analyst

Systems Analysts are responsible for designing and implementing new systems. This course may be useful for those who wish to enter this field as it provides a foundation in Python, a popular programming language used in systems analysis. The course also covers Django, a web framework that can be used to create prototypes and mockups. By taking this course, learners can develop the skills needed to design and implement new systems, a valuable asset in the systems analysis industry.

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Artificial Intelligence Engineer

Artificial Intelligence Engineers are responsible for designing and developing AI systems. This course may be useful for those who wish to enter this field as it provides a foundation in Python, a popular programming language used in AI. The course also covers Django, a web framework that can be used to create AI applications. By taking this course, learners can develop the skills needed to design and develop AI systems, a valuable asset in the AI industry.

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Computer Network Architect

Computer Network Architects are responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining computer networks. This course may be useful for those who wish to enter this field as it provides a foundation in Python, a popular programming language used in network architecture. The course also covers Django, a web framework that can be used to create network management dashboards. By taking this course, learners can develop the skills needed to design, implement, and maintain computer networks, a valuable asset in the network architecture industry.

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Project Manager

Project Managers are responsible for planning, organizing, and executing projects. This course may be useful for those who wish to enter this field as it provides a foundation in Python, a popular programming language used in project management. The course also covers Django, a web framework that can be used to create project management dashboards. By taking this course, learners can develop the skills needed to plan, organize, and execute projects, a valuable asset in the project management industry.

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Software Test Engineer

Software Test Engineers are responsible for testing software applications to ensure they meet quality standards. This course may be useful for those who wish to enter this field as it provides a foundation in Python, a popular programming language used in software testing. The course also covers Django, a web framework that can be used to create test automation frameworks. By taking this course, learners can develop the skills needed to test software applications, a valuable asset in the software testing industry.

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Data Scientist

Data Scientists are responsible for extracting knowledge from data. This course may be useful for those who wish to enter this field as it provides a foundation in Python, a popular programming language used in data science. The course also covers Django, a web framework that can be used to create data visualization dashboards. By taking this course, learners can develop the skills needed to extract knowledge from data, a valuable asset in the data science industry.

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Machine Learning Engineer

Machine Learning Engineers are responsible for developing and deploying machine learning models. This course may be useful for those who wish to enter this field as it provides a foundation in Python, a popular programming language used in machine learning. The course also covers Django, a web framework that can be used to create machine learning applications. By taking this course, learners can develop the skills needed to develop and deploy machine learning models, a valuable asset in the machine learning industry.

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Database Administrator

Database Administrators are responsible for managing and maintaining databases. This course may be useful for those who wish to enter this field as it provides a foundation in Python, a popular programming language used in database administration. The course also covers Django, a web framework that can be used to create database management dashboards. By taking this course, learners can develop the skills needed to manage and maintain databases, a valuable asset in the database administration industry.

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