Django for WordPress Developers

What you'll Learn

• Introduction to Django: Begin with an overview of Django, understanding its architecture, core components, and how it compares to WordPress.
• Setting Up Django: Learn how to set up a Django project, configure the environment, and integrate essential tools like virtual environments and version control.
• Database Integration: Explore Django’s ORM (Object-Relational Mapping) and compare it with WordPress’s database structure. Learn how to work with different database backends and migrations.
• Building a Django Application: Step-by-step guidance on building a full-fledged web application using Django, including creating models, views, templates, and forms.
• Authentication and Authorization: Implement user authentication and authorization mechanisms in Django, comparing them with WordPress’s user management features.
• RESTful APIs with Django: Understand Django’s capabilities in building RESTful APIs, contrasting it with WordPress’s REST API.
• Testing and Debugging: Master testing and debugging techniques specific to Django applications, ensuring robustness and reliability.
• Deploying Django Applications: Learn strategies and best practices for deploying Django applications, including considerations for scalability and security.
• Performance Optimization: Techniques for optimizing Django applications for speed and efficiency, drawing parallels with WordPress performance tuning.
• Maintenance and Support: Gain insights into maintaining and supporting Django applications post-deployment, akin to WordPress maintenance practices.