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Free Django Course 2026 - Backend Development from Beginner to Advanced

Master Django backend development with our comprehensive 12-module course. Learn MVT architecture, models, REST APIs with DRF, authentication, deployment, and build production-ready web applications.

12
Modules
35+
Hours
112+
Topics
8+
Projects
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Who This Course Is For

For Python developers ready to build full web applications. Django is used by Instagram, Pinterest, and Disqus — this course gives you the same foundation.

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Prerequisites

Python fundamentals: functions, classes, file I/O, and basic OOP.

First published April 2024 · Updated 2026

What You'll Learn

  • Django MVT architecture and project setup
  • Models, ORM, relationships, and database design
  • Form handling, validation, and file uploads
  • User authentication, permissions, and sessions
  • REST API development with Django REST Framework
  • Middleware, signals, and security best practices
  • Caching, query optimization, and async views
  • Testing, deployment, and production-ready applications

Career Opportunities

Django Developer
Backend Developer
Python Web Developer
API Developer
Full Stack Developer
DevOps Engineer
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Course Modules Overview

1
Django Fundamentals & Setup

9 topics

2
URLs, Views & Routing

9 topics

3
Templates & Frontend Integration

9 topics

4
Models & Database Design

10 topics

5
CRUD Operations & QuerySets

9 topics

6
Forms & Validation

9 topics

7
Authentication & Authorization

9 topics

8
Django REST Framework — APIs

10 topics

9
Middleware, Signals & Security

9 topics

10
Advanced Features & Performance

10 topics

11
Testing & Deployment

10 topics

12
Real-World Projects & Architecture

9 topics

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Complete all 12 modules to unlock your course completion certificate

Course Curriculum

12 comprehensive modules covering everything from basics to advanced topics

Beginner (3)Intermediate (4)Advanced (5)
Module 1

Django Fundamentals & Setup

Start your Django journey — install Django, create your first project, understand MVT architecture, and build your first view.

Beginner2.5 hours
What is Django & MVT ArchitectureInstalling Django & Virtual Environment SetupCreating Your First Django ProjectDjango Project Structure ExplainedRunning the Development ServerCreating & Registering AppsDjango Settings Deep DiveURL Configuration BasicsYour First View & Template
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Module 2

URLs, Views & Routing

Master Django URL routing, function and class-based views, request handling, and response patterns.

Beginner2.5 hours
URL Patterns & Path ConvertersFunction-Based Views (FBVs)Class-Based Views (CBVs) IntroductionRequest & Response ObjectsURL Parameters & Query StringsNamed URLs & reverse()URL Namespacing & App URLsRedirects & HTTP Status CodesView Decorators & Best Practices
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Module 3

Templates & Frontend Integration

Learn Django templates, template inheritance, static files, custom tags/filters, and build dynamic pages.

Beginner2.5 hours
Django Template Language (DTL) BasicsTemplate Inheritance & BlocksStatic Files Setup (CSS, JS, Images)Template Tags & Built-in FiltersCustom Template Tags & FiltersContext ProcessorsRendering Forms in TemplatesTemplate Security & Auto-EscapingMini-Build: Dynamic Multi-Page Website
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Module 4

Models & Database Design

Design databases with Django models, relationships, migrations, and the powerful ORM.

Intermediate3 hours
Introduction to Django ModelsField Types & Field OptionsMigrations — makemigrations & migrateDatabase Setup (SQLite & PostgreSQL)Model Relationships — ForeignKeyModel Relationships — ManyToMany & OneToOneModel Methods & PropertiesORM Basics & QuerySet APIManagers & Custom QuerySetsMini-Build: Blog Data Models
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Module 5

CRUD Operations & QuerySets

Master CRUD operations, advanced QuerySets, filtering, pagination, and generic views.

Intermediate3 hours
Creating Records (create, save, bulk_create)Reading Data (get, filter, all, values)Updating Records (update, save, F expressions)Deleting Records (delete, soft-delete patterns)Advanced Filtering (Q objects, lookups, annotations)Aggregation & AnnotationPagination (Paginator, Page objects)Generic Class-Based Views for CRUDMini-Build: Full CRUD Blog Application
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Module 6

Forms & Validation

Build and validate forms, handle file uploads, formsets, and CSRF protection.

Intermediate2.5 hours
Django Forms (Form class)ModelForms — Auto-Generated FormsForm Fields, Widgets & LayoutsBuilt-in & Custom ValidationHandling Form Errors & MessagesCSRF Protection Deep DiveFile & Image UploadsFormsets & Inline FormsetsMini-Build: Contact & Registration Forms
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Module 7

Authentication & Authorization

Implement full authentication — registration, login, permissions, custom user models, and sessions.

Intermediate3 hours
Django Authentication System OverviewUser Registration with FormsLogin, Logout & Password ManagementPassword Hashing & SecurityPermissions & Groups SystemCustom User Model (AbstractUser)Authentication BackendsSession Management & CookiesMini-Build: Complete Auth System with Profiles
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Module 8

Django REST Framework — APIs

Build production-ready REST APIs with DRF — serializers, viewsets, authentication, and permissions.

Advanced3.5 hours
Introduction to REST & DRF SetupSerializers (Serializer & ModelSerializer)APIView & Function-Based API ViewsGeneric Views & MixinsViewSets & RoutersAuthentication (Token, Session, JWT)Permissions & ThrottlingFiltering, Searching & OrderingPagination in APIsMini-Build: Full REST API with CRUD
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Module 9

Middleware, Signals & Security

Master middleware, signals, and security — protect your Django apps from common vulnerabilities.

Advanced2.5 hours
How Middleware Works in DjangoWriting Custom MiddlewareDjango Signals (pre_save, post_save, etc.)Custom Signals & ReceiversSecurity Best Practices OverviewPreventing CSRF, XSS & SQL InjectionHTTPS, Secure Cookies & HeadersContent Security Policy & CORSRate Limiting & Brute Force Protection
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Module 10

Advanced Features & Performance

Optimize performance with caching, query optimization, async views, Celery, and admin customization.

Advanced3 hours
Query Optimization & Database Profilingselect_related & prefetch_relatedDatabase Indexing StrategiesCaching Framework (Per-view, Low-level, Template)Django Admin CustomizationManagement Commands (Custom CLI)Async Views & ASGI BasicsBackground Tasks with CeleryEmail Sending & NotificationsLogging & Error Tracking
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Module 11

Testing & Deployment

Test your Django apps thoroughly and deploy to production with Gunicorn, Nginx, and cloud platforms.

Advanced3 hours
Writing Unit Tests (TestCase, Client)Testing Models, Views & FormsAPI Testing with DRFTest Fixtures & Factory BoyProduction Settings & Environment VariablesGunicorn & WSGI ConfigurationNginx as Reverse ProxyStatic & Media Files in ProductionDatabase Deployment (PostgreSQL)Deploying to Cloud (Railway / Render / AWS)
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Module 12

Real-World Projects & Architecture

Build real-world projects, learn scaling strategies, frontend integration, and launch your Django career.

Advanced3.5 hours
Project Architecture & Folder Structure Best PracticesBuilding a Blog Platform (Full-Stack)Building an E-Commerce BackendBuilding a REST API ServiceMulti-App Django ProjectsScaling Django — Load Balancing & Horizontal ScalingDjango + Frontend Integration (React/Next.js)Building a Portfolio of Django ProjectsDjango Career Paths & Roadmap
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Your Learning Roadmap

Follow this structured path — from first concepts to production-ready mastery

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Step 01 · Beginner

Modules 1–3: Django fundamentals, views, templates, static files

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Step 02 · Intermediate

Modules 4–7: Models, CRUD, forms, authentication

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Step 03 · Advanced

Modules 8–12: DRF APIs, security, performance, deployment, real-world projects

Tools & Technologies

Essential tools you'll master during this course

Django

Python web framework

Framework

DRF

Django REST Framework

API

PostgreSQL

Production database

Database

VS Code

Code editor

Editor

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