Testing Django Applications from Pluralsight

Django is a highly pragmatic web framework in Python. In this course, you'll learn how to create test suites for Django applications in order to reduce risk of regression issues and speed up iterative development.

In the age of agile software development, proper test coverage can play an important role in the lifecycle of a product. Proper testing can reduce risk of regression issues and increase the resiliency of the software. Django is a highly pragmatic framework that makes developing powerful data-driven applications easy. It also comes with a handy set of built in test tools to get proper test coverage off the ground quickly any easily. In this course, Testing Django Applications, you'll learn about those tools and get to work testing a custom Django application. Next, you'll explore how to write effective unit and integration tests, how to measure test coverage, and how to design a testing approach that works. You'll work with some third party tools to perform simple UI testing and measure test coverage, and when you're done, you'll have a well-tested Django application that can serve as a working example for future test development.

What's inside

Syllabus

Course Overview

Getting Started

Testing Concepts

Unit Testing in Django

Integration Testing in Django

Measuring Test Coverage

Exploring Testing Options

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Develops skills that are integral for advanced development in Django

Increase the resiliency of software

Reduce risk of regression issues

Teaches skills essential to modern software development

Explores how to write effective unit and integration tests

Involves testing a custom Django application, providing practical experience

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 Testing Django Applications with these activities:

Review Python Fundamentals

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Refresh your understanding of Python's syntax and concepts to strengthen your foundation for testing Django applications.

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Review your notes or study materials on Python fundamentals.
Solve practice problems or coding exercises to reinforce your understanding.

Review Unit Testing

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Review the concept of unit testing to lay a solid foundation for effective testing in Django applications.

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Revisit the fundamentals of unit testing principles and practices.
Practice writing test cases in a simple programming language.
Review online resources and tutorials to refresh your knowledge.

Attend Django Testing Workshop

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Attend a workshop led by experienced professionals to gain hands-on experience and insights in Django testing.

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Research and identify relevant Django testing workshops.
Register for the workshop and prepare any necessary materials.
Actively participate in the workshop and ask questions.

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Practice Writing Unit Tests

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Sharpen your ability to write unit tests effectively, a crucial skill for ensuring code quality.

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Set up a test environment for your Django application.
Identify a simple function or method to write a unit test for.
Write a test case that asserts the expected behavior of the function.
Run the test case and verify that it passes.

Work Through Django Testing Tutorial

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Follow a guided tutorial to gain practical experience in setting up and writing tests for Django applications.

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Find a comprehensive tutorial on Django testing.
Follow the steps in the tutorial to create a Django project and test suite.
Write unit and integration tests for different scenarios.

Build a Django Test Suite from Scratch

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Enhance your understanding of Django testing by creating a test suite for a real-world Django application.

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Choose a simple Django application as a test subject.
Write a series of unit and integration tests to cover different functionalities.
Review and refine your test suite to ensure its effectiveness.

Practice Writing Django Test Assertions

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Reinforce your understanding of Django test assertions through repetitive exercises.

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Download a Django-based assertion library.
Write a series of test cases using different assertion methods.
Run the tests and analyze the results to identify any errors.

Create a Django Testing Reference Guide

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Consolidate your knowledge of Django testing by compiling a reference guide of important concepts and resources.

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Gather your class notes, tutorials, and documentation related to Django testing.
Organize the materials into logical sections and subsections.
Include code snippets, examples, and links to additional resources.

Career center

Learners who complete Testing Django Applications will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Back-End Developer

A Back End Developer typically designs, develops, and maintains the back end of websites and applications. This course may be useful for a Back End Developer because it helps build a foundation in creating test suites for Django applications. Django is a web framework that is used to develop the back end of websites and applications, so this knowledge can be directly applied to the work of a Back End Developer.

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Test Engineer

A Test Engineer typically plans, performs, and evaluates the quality of software products and applications. They may also participate in software development and testing procedures. This course may be useful for a Test Engineer because it teaches the fundamentals of creating test suites for Django applications. This knowledge can be applied to other programming languages and frameworks, helping a Test Engineer to write more effective and efficient test cases.

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Web Application Developer

A Web Application Developer typically designs, develops, and maintains web applications. They may also participate in the development of website architecture and website testing procedures. This course may be useful for a Web Application Developer because it helps build a foundation in creating test suites for Django applications. This knowledge can be applied to other programming languages and frameworks, helping a Web Application Developer to write more effective and efficient test cases.

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Software Development Engineer

A Software Development Engineer typically designs, develops, and maintains software systems and applications. They may also participate in the development of software architecture and software testing procedures. This course may be useful for a Software Development Engineer because it helps build a foundation in creating test suites for Django applications. This knowledge can be applied to other programming languages and frameworks, helping a Software Development Engineer to write more effective and efficient code.

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Full-Stack Developer

A Full Stack Developer typically designs, develops, and maintains software systems, applications, and websites. They may also participate in the development of software architecture and testing procedures. This course may be useful for a Full Stack Developer because it helps build a foundation in creating test suites for Django applications. This knowledge can be applied to other programming languages and frameworks, helping a Full Stack Developer to write more effective and efficient code.

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Web Developer

A Web Developer typically designs, develops, and maintains websites and web applications. They may also participate in the development of website architecture and website testing procedures. This course may be useful for a Web Developer because it helps build a foundation in creating test suites for Django applications. This knowledge can be applied to other programming languages and frameworks, helping a Web Developer to write more effective and efficient test cases.

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Software Tester

A Software Tester typically plans, performs, and evaluates the quality of software products and applications. They may also participate in software development and testing procedures. This course may be useful for a Software Tester because it helps build a foundation in creating test suites for Django applications. This knowledge can be applied to other programming languages and frameworks, helping a Software Tester to write more effective and efficient test cases.

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Quality Assurance Analyst

A Quality Assurance Analyst typically plans, performs, and evaluates the quality of software products and applications. They may also participate in software development and testing procedures. This course may be useful for a Quality Assurance Analyst because it helps build a foundation in creating test suites for Django applications. This knowledge can be applied to other programming languages and frameworks, helping a Quality Assurance Analyst to write more effective and efficient test cases.

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Software Engineer

A Software Engineer typically designs, develops, and maintains software systems and applications. They also may participate in the development of software architecture and software testing procedures. This course may be useful for a Software Engineer because it helps build a foundation in creating test suites for Django applications. This knowledge can be applied to other programming languages and frameworks, helping a Software Engineer to write more effective and efficient code.

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Software Developer

In this era of digital innovation, Software Developers are in high demand. A Software Developer typically designs, develops, and implements new software systems and applications. This course may be useful for a Software Developer because it teaches the fundamentals of creating test suites for Django applications, which can help reduce risk of regression issues and speed up iterative development. While Software Developers may not work with Django specifically, the skills taught in this course can be transferable to other programming languages and frameworks.

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Front-End Developer

A Front End Developer typically designs, develops, and maintains the front end of websites and applications. While this course focuses on testing the back end of web applications, it can still be useful for a Front End Developer to understand the principles of testing web applications and how to write effective test cases.

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Mobile Developer

A Mobile Developer typically designs, develops, and maintains mobile applications. While this course focuses on testing Django web applications, it can still be useful for a Mobile Developer to understand the principles of testing web applications and how to write effective test cases. Additionally, some of the concepts taught in this course may be transferable to testing mobile applications.

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Database Administrator

A Database Administrator typically manages and maintains databases. While this course focuses on testing Django web applications, it can still be useful for a Database Administrator to understand the principles of testing web applications and how to write effective test cases. Additionally, some of the concepts taught in this course may be transferable to testing databases.

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Data Engineer

A Data Engineer typically designs, builds, and maintains data pipelines and data warehouses. While this course focuses on testing Django web applications, it can still be useful for a Data Engineer to understand the principles of testing web applications and how to write effective test cases. Additionally, some of the concepts taught in this course may be transferable to testing data pipelines and data warehouses.

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Data Scientist

A Data Scientist typically uses data to solve business problems. While this course focuses on testing Django web applications, it can still be useful for a Data Scientist to understand the principles of testing web applications and how to write effective test cases. Additionally, some of the concepts taught in this course may be transferable to testing data pipelines and data warehouses.

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