Django Framework Tutorial Project

Project Overview

This project is a Django-based web application created to serve as a video tutorial for learning and understanding the Django framework. As part of our Advanced Python course, we were tasked with creating a video to explain the fundamentals of Django. To make the concepts more engaging and digestible, we combined theoretical explanations with a practical example: building a web-based calculator.

Project Goal

The primary goal of this project is to:

1. Introduce Django’s Core Concepts: Explain foundational elements like views, templates, models, and URL routing.
2. Demonstrate with a Practical Example: Walk through building a basic calculator app to apply Django’s features in a real-world context.
3. Simplify Complex Ideas: Break down the setup and execution of Django applications into simple, understandable steps.

Our tutorial emphasizes key Django features such as:

• Views and templates for dynamic content
• Form handling
• URL routing
• Separation of front-end and back-end logic

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Getting Started

Prerequisites

• Python 3.x
• Django 3.2+
• Virtual Environment (recommended)

Installation

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/your-username/django_tutorial.git
   cd django_tutorial
   

2. Create and activate a virtual environment:

   python -m venv venv
   source venv/bin/activate  # Windows: `venv\Scripts\activate`
   

3. Install dependencies:

   pip install -r requirements.txt
   
   

4. Apply migrations:

   python manage.py migrate
   
   

5. Run the server:

   python manage.py runserver
   

Using the Calculator App

1. Enter two numbers.
2. Choose an operation (addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division).
3. Click the operation button to see the result.
4. The result displays below, and inputs persist for further calculations.

Contributors

• salwa08 - Project setup and coordination.
• chaymaa09 - Backend and functionality.
• Byeolunu - Front-end and template integration.

Additional Resources

• Django Documentation - Official Django documentation for deeper learning.