Guided Project: Build a Movie Recommender with Django from edX

Django is a highly popular Python web framework designed for rapid and full-stack web app development. Many popular apps are built on Django, such as YouTube, Spotify, Dropbox, edX, and others.

Ideal for new and seasoned web developers, in this hands-on guided project, you will gain practical experience with the Django web framework by building a movie recommendation app. You will learn how to describe the fundamentals of Django, download and run a Django template app, and load data into an SQLite Database. You will also learn how to use Django Admin and Django HTML templates. After completion, you will have a solid and practical understanding of how to use the Django web framework. You’ll develop hands-on skills that employers value.

To complete this project, you will be provided with a Cloud-based IDE that already has many technologies, including Django, preinstalled, saving you the time and hassle of installation and setup. Also, note that this platform works best with current versions modern. browsers.

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Learning objectives

After completing this hands-on guided project, you’ll be able to:
Describe the key components of the django web framework ****

Describe the basic principles of a recommendation system ****
Build a simple but effective personal movie recommender with django ****

After completing this hands-on guided project, you’ll be able to:
Describe the key components of the django web framework ****
Describe the basic principles of a recommendation system ****
Build a simple but effective personal movie recommender with django ****

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Course participants will sharpen their abilities to useDjango, a sought after skill in the business sector

Builds a strong foundation for novices in the use of Django

Offers practical, hands-on activities that equip learners with in-demand skills

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 Guided Project: Build a Movie Recommender with Django with these activities:

Review your Django notes and assignments

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Reinforces your understanding of Django concepts and provides a refresher before taking the course.

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Gather your Django notes and assignments.
Review the materials.

Read 'Django Unleashed' by Andrew Pinkham

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Provides an in-depth understanding of Django's architecture and best practices.

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Purchase or borrow the book.
Read the book and take notes.
Complete the exercises at the end of each chapter.

Solve Django coding challenges

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Helps you master the syntax and core concepts of Django.

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Find Django coding challenges online.
Attempt to solve the challenges.
Review the solutions.

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Follow Django tutorials to create web apps

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Provides hands-on experience in building Django web applications.

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Find Django tutorials online.
Follow the tutorials and build the projects.
Experiment with different Django features.

Join Django study groups or online forums

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Offers opportunities to ask questions, share knowledge, and collaborate on projects.

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Find Django study groups or online forums.
Join the groups.
Participate in discussions.

Create a Django web application for your portfolio

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Provides a showcase for your Django skills and a valuable addition to your portfolio.

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Plan your web application.
Design and develop the application.
Test and debug the application.
Deploy the application.

Participate in Django hackathons or coding competitions

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Challenges your Django skills, encourages innovation, and provides opportunities for networking.

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Find Django hackathons or coding competitions.
Register for the event.
Team up with other Django developers.
Develop a solution.
Present your solution.

Career center

Learners who complete Guided Project: Build a Movie Recommender with Django will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Full-Stack Developer

A full stack developer designs, builds, and maintains web applications. The Guided Project: Build a Movie Recommender with Django course teaches you how to use Django, a popular Python web framework, to build a movie recommendation app. This course helps build a foundation in full stack development, which is a valuable skill for anyone who wants to become a full stack developer.

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Software Developer

A software developer designs, develops, and maintains software applications. The Guided Project: Build a Movie Recommender with Django course teaches you how to use Django, a popular Python web framework, to build a movie recommendation app. This course helps build a foundation in software development, which is a valuable skill for anyone who wants to become a software developer.

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Front-End Developer

A front-end developer designs and develops the user interface of websites and applications. The Guided Project: Build a Movie Recommender with Django course teaches you how to use Django, a popular Python web framework, to build a movie recommendation app. This course helps build a foundation in front-end development, which is a valuable skill for anyone who wants to become a front-end developer.

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Web Developer

A web developer designs, develops, and maintains websites. The Guided Project: Build a Movie Recommender with Django course teaches you how to use Django, a popular Python web framework, to build a movie recommendation app. This course helps build a foundation in web development, which is a valuable skill for anyone who wants to become a web developer.

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Data Analyst

A data analyst collects, analyzes, interprets, and presents data. The Guided Project: Build a Movie Recommender with Django course teaches you how to use Django, a popular Python web framework, to build a movie recommendation app. This course may be useful for anyone who wants to become a data analyst.

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Database Administrator

A database administrator builds, manages, and maintains databases. The Guided Project: Build a Movie Recommender with Django course helps build a foundation in SQL databases, which are often used by database administrators. You will learn how to load data into an SQLite database, which is a popular database for small and medium-sized applications. This course may be useful for anyone who wants to become a database administrator.

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Product Manager

A product manager plans, develops, and launches products. The Guided Project: Build a Movie Recommender with Django course teaches you how to use Django, a popular Python web framework, to build a movie recommendation app. This course may be useful for anyone who wants to become a product manager.

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Data Engineer

A data engineer designs, builds, and maintains data pipelines. The Guided Project: Build a Movie Recommender with Django course teaches you how to use Django, a popular Python web framework, to build a movie recommendation app. This course may be useful for anyone who wants to become a data engineer.

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Technical Writer

A technical writer creates and maintains technical documentation. The Guided Project: Build a Movie Recommender with Django course teaches you how to use Django, a popular Python web framework, to build a movie recommendation app. This course may be useful for anyone who wants to become a technical writer.

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UX Designer

A UX designer designs user interfaces for websites and applications. The Guided Project: Build a Movie Recommender with Django course teaches you how to use Django, a popular Python web framework, to build a movie recommendation app. This course may be useful for anyone who wants to become a UX designer.

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Project Manager

A project manager plans, executes, and closes projects. The Guided Project: Build a Movie Recommender with Django course teaches you how to use Django, a popular Python web framework, to build a movie recommendation app. This course may be useful for anyone who wants to become a project manager.

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UI Designer

A UI designer designs the look and feel of websites and applications. The Guided Project: Build a Movie Recommender with Django course teaches you how to use Django, a popular Python web framework, to build a movie recommendation app. This course may be useful for anyone who wants to become a UI designer.

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Data Scientist

A data scientist uses scientific methods, processes, algorithms, and systems to extract knowledge and insights from data in various forms, both structured and unstructured. The Guided Project: Build a Movie Recommender with Django course teaches you how to use Django, a popular Python web framework, to build a movie recommendation app. This course may be useful for anyone who wants to become a data scientist.

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Machine Learning Engineer

A machine learning engineer designs, develops, and maintains machine learning models. The Guided Project: Build a Movie Recommender with Django course teaches you how to use Django, a popular Python web framework, to build a movie recommendation app. This course may be useful for anyone who wants to become a machine learning engineer.

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Business Analyst

A business analyst analyzes business processes and systems to identify inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement. The Guided Project: Build a Movie Recommender with Django course teaches you how to use Django, a popular Python web framework, to build a movie recommendation app. This course may be useful for anyone who wants to become a business analyst.

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