Python eCommerce

What used to take a big team of people can now be accomplished by you and you alone. It's all thanks to the massive improvements to what programming languages can do. Python is the perfect beginner's starting point because it's simple to understand while being powerful enough for experts to build self-driving cars and AI systems.

This course leverages Python to build a fully functioning eCommerce website and application using the Django framework.

Why Django and why now?

Django is built for speed. Both in functionality and in development time.
Some of the top tech companies are build on Django: Instagram and Pinterest to name a couple.
Django is written in Python and therefore it helps you further master Python.
Huge support from developers around the world. Run into an issue with something in python or Django? A quick google search will likely yield an answer (if not, I'll try to help you out too)

Python is the easiest to start with AND it's made for the pros (such as building Artificial Intelligence)

Why eCommerce? Why not social networking?

I do have course called Tweetme that covers building twitter-like service. That course will show you how to create a social network step-by-step. I do encourage you to take that course but I'll say this course should be taken first for a key reason...

Validation. Proving any project is worth your effort and time can be very challenging. Proving that a social network is viable is also eCommerce, on the other hand, it's very clear if your project is working: it's either making sales or it's not.

Here's the thing. I want you to build a super successful project and change your life as a result of that project. I believe the only way you can do that is by committing yourself to working through projects from start to finish. This project is the result of everything I've ever done and learned in programming. I show you step-by-step to help you learn the context of how all of this is used. Along the way, I'll explain the WHY behind the HOW.

It's an amazingly exciting time to get into coding/programming/software development/technology. I hope you join me.

Thank you,

Justin

What's inside

Learning objectives

Learn the ins and outs of python's popular library django
Django version 1.11
Payment integration using stripe
Email marketing integration using mailchimp
Going live using the host heroku
Adding a custom domain and implement https (using let's encrypt)
Learn bootstrap version 4 basics (including django integration)
Jquery fast track section (learn the basics)
Build a rest api
Build custom analytics

Create a custom user model
Guest checkout
Integrate email for notifications
Learning how to use signals in django
Build an internal search engine
Learn ajax and asynchronous programing with django and javascript (jquery)
Digital item sales and downloads
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Learn the ins and outs of python's popular library django
Django version 1.11
Payment integration using stripe
Email marketing integration using mailchimp
Going live using the host heroku
Adding a custom domain and implement https (using let's encrypt)
Learn bootstrap version 4 basics (including django integration)
Jquery fast track section (learn the basics)
Build a rest api
Build custom analytics
Create a custom user model
Guest checkout
Integrate email for notifications
Learning how to use signals in django
Build an internal search engine
Learn ajax and asynchronous programing with django and javascript (jquery)
Digital item sales and downloads
Show more
Show less

Syllabus

Getting Started

Welcome to Getting Started with eCommerce

Software

System Setup

Traffic lights

Read about what's good

what should give you pause

and possible dealbreakers

Builds a strong foundation for beginners seeking web development skills

Taught by experienced instructors who are recognized in the industry

Develops professional skills in Django web framework and e-commerce principles

Examines essential industry tools like Django, Stripe, Mailchimp, Heroku, and Bootstrap

Provides a comprehensive study of the e-commerce landscape and its core concepts

Emphasizes validation and provides students a clear path to success in their projects

Reviews summary

Build a django ecommerce web app

According to learners, this course offers a comprehensive, project-based approach to building a full eCommerce application using Django. Students appreciate the hands-on coding and the process of creating a functional site from scratch, finding the practical application highly valuable. However, a significant point raised by many is that the course utilizes Django version 1.11, which is now quite outdated. While the core concepts are still relevant, learners frequently encounter issues with dependencies and syntax differences when using newer Django versions or Python 3+, requiring considerable troubleshooting and external research to adapt the code.

Pacing can be fast; some topics might need external study.

"The course moves quite fast at times, especially if you're new to some of the concepts or third-party integrations."

"Certain sections could benefit from more in-depth explanation or slower pacing."

"While comprehensive, some learners may need to supplement with other resources for deeper understanding of specific topics."

"Be prepared to pause and re-watch sections or do additional research on your own."

Instructor provides clear explanations for key decisions.

"Justin explains the 'why' behind the 'how', which is crucial for understanding the concepts, not just copying code."

"The instructor is knowledgeable and passionate about the topic."

"Lectures are generally well-paced and easy to follow for the most part."

"I appreciated the step-by-step guidance through the project build."

Fundamental web development and Django ideas are well explained.

"Despite the version issues, the core concepts of Django, models, views, and templates are explained clearly."

"The course provides a solid foundation in building complex web applications with Django, even if the specific code needs updating."

"Understanding the 'why' behind certain architectural choices is a strong point of the course."

"The overall structure of building the site from scratch is very educational regarding application architecture."

Teaches real-world skills like payment integration, deployment.

"Learning to integrate Stripe for payments and deploy on Heroku were incredibly valuable skills that I could apply immediately."

"The sections on user management, search, and the cart functionality are directly applicable to many web projects."

"Gained practical experience with Bootstrap, jQuery basics, and working with external APIs."

"The course covers many essential features required for a modern web application."

Learn by building a full eCommerce site step-by-step.

"This course is amazing, it takes you through building a full stack e-commerce website, step by step. I can't recommend it enough for beginners wanting a complex project to learn..."

"I loved the practical, hands-on approach to building a real website. Following along and seeing it come together was really satisfying."

"Building a complete e-commerce project from scratch gives you a great understanding of how all the pieces fit together in a large application."

"The course really helps you put theory into practice by constructing a complete, functional application."

Students need to solve dependency and version errors.

"If you don't have previous experience with Django or Python, be ready to spend a lot of time troubleshooting errors caused by version differences."

"Encountered numerous dependency conflicts and syntax changes compared to the course material, which slowed down progress significantly."

"It requires quite a bit of trial and error to get the code working with current libraries and Python versions."

"I had to frequently consult external resources and documentation to resolve issues not covered in the lectures due to the outdated codebase."

Uses an older version of Django (1.11), leading to compatibility problems.

"My main issue with the course is that it uses an outdated version of Django (1.11). A lot of the code needs to be updated to work with newer versions."

"Be prepared for a significant amount of debugging and searching online to make the code compatible with Django 3+ or even Python 3.7+."

"While the concepts are good, the specific implementation details often require modification due to the older framework version used."

"Using Django 1.11 makes it challenging to follow along directly if you're using a modern development environment."

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 Python eCommerce | Build a Django eCommerce Web Application with these activities:

Python overview

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Get the basics of Python down before taking this course to ensure success.

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Review Python tutorials
Install python and run a Hello World program
Try to make a simple basic calculator in Python

Django overview

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The course will be using Django as a framework and these basics will help you succeed.

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Review Django documentation
Setup a basic Django project
Create a simple Django app
Implement a simple model in Django

Organize course materials

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Having organized notes will help you retain information better.

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Review and summarize lecture notes
Organize assignments and quizzes
Create a study guide

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Django REST Framework

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This course will use Django REST Framework and this activity will provide extra practice.

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Follow a tutorial on Django REST Framework
Implement a simple API using Django REST Framework
Test the API using a tool like Postman

Study group

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Collaboration and peer interaction can improve retention and understanding.

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Join or create a study group
Meet regularly to discuss course material
Work together on assignments and projects

Career center

Learners who complete Python eCommerce | Build a Django eCommerce Web Application will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Web Developer

Web Developers build and maintain websites as well as applications that run on them. They may also be involved in the design and content of that website. This course would be very useful for someone just starting out with Web Development, but especially for those interested in eCommerce.

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Software Engineer

Software Engineers apply principles of Computer Science to design, develop, deploy, maintain, and evaluate computer software and systems. This course may be helpful for people looking to get into Software Engineering.

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Data Scientist

Data Scientists collect, analyze, and interpret data to develop insights that help businesses make better decisions. This course may be helpful for people looking to get into Data Science.

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Business Analyst

Business Analysts study an organization's business needs, then analyze that information to develop solutions that will improve efficiency.

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Product Manager

Product Managers are responsible for managing the lifecycle of a product, from its conception to its eventual end of life. This course may be helpful for Product Managers looking to expand their knowledge of Python and Django.

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Marketing Manager

Marketing Managers are responsible for creating and executing marketing campaigns that promote a product or service. This course may be helpful for Marketing Managers looking to expand their E-Commerce knowledge.

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Sales Manager

Sales Managers are responsible for leading and motivating a team of sales representatives to achieve sales goals. This course may be helpful for Sales Managers looking to expand their knowledge of E-Commerce.

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Customer Service Manager

Customer Service Managers are responsible for managing a team of customer service representatives to ensure that customers receive the best possible service. This course may be helpful for Customer Service Managers who want to learn more about Python and Django.

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IT Manager

IT Managers are responsible for planning, implementing, and managing an organization's IT infrastructure. This course may be helpful for IT Managers who want to learn more about Python and Django.

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Project Manager

Project Managers are responsible for planning, executing, and closing out projects. This course may be helpful for Project Managers who want to learn more about Python and Django.

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Quality Assurance Analyst

Quality Assurance Analysts are responsible for testing and validating software to ensure that it meets customer requirements. This course may be helpful for Quality Assurance Analysts who want to learn more about Python and Django.

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UX Designer

UX Designers are responsible for designing the user experience of a product or service. This course may be helpful for UX Designers who want to learn more about Python and Django.

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Front-End Developer

Front-End Developers are responsible for designing and developing the user interface of a website or application. This course may be helpful for Front-End Developers who want to learn more about Python and Django.

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Back-End Developer

Back-End Developers are responsible for designing and developing the server-side of a website or application. This course may be helpful for Back-End Developers who want to learn more about Python and Django.

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Full-Stack Developer

Full-Stack Developers are responsible for designing and developing both the front-end and back-end of a website or application. This course may be helpful for Full-Stack Developers who want to learn more about Python and Django.

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