By the end of this course, learners will be able to configure Django projects, design models, manage templates and URLs, implement forms, write automated tests, and build a complete blog application integrated with MySQL. The course begins with foundational setup and server management, then progresses into dynamic rendering with templates, URL routing, and views. Learners will explore testing and debugging strategies to enhance reliability before diving into advanced concepts like authentication, custom managers, model inheritance, and static file handling.
Django with MySQL: Build & Deploy Web Apps
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1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
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What you'll learn
Build and deploy a complete blog app using Django and MySQL.
Design models, templates, and forms for dynamic web apps.
Implement authentication, testing, and debugging techniques.
Skills you'll gain
- Authentications
- Software Testing
- Model View Controller
- Software Documentation
- Debugging
- Database Development
- Development Testing
- Full-Stack Web Development
- Back-End Web Development
- Test Automation
- Web Development
- Authorization (Computing)
- File Management
- Test Case
- Unit Testing
- Object-Relational Mapping
- MySQL
- Django (Web Framework)
- Web Applications
- Document Management
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October 2025
Assessments
20 assignments
Taught in English
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There are 5 modules in this course
This module introduces learners to the Django framework, guiding them through installation, project setup, and server execution. Students will gain foundational knowledge of Django’s structure and learn how to build their first project with proper configurations.
What's included
13 videos4 assignments
This module explores Django’s dynamic rendering process, including templates, filters, URL configurations, and views. Learners will gain hands-on practice with routing, template inheritance, and form handling for structured web applications.
What's included
15 videos4 assignments
This module introduces testing strategies and debugging practices in Django. Students will develop test cases, identify bugs, and enhance application reliability through structured test-driven development.
What's included
13 videos4 assignments
This module dives into advanced Django features, including static files, documentation, authentication, field customization, model inheritance, and custom managers. Learners will strengthen their skills in structuring scalable Django applications.
What's included
17 videos4 assignments
This capstone module provides a hands-on case study of building a blog using Django and MySQL. Learners will integrate all previously acquired skills to create, manage, and render a functional blog application.
What's included
10 videos4 assignments
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