Should Django Migration Files Be Added to .gitignore?

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Django migration files track changes made to models and the database structure of a Django project. They allow reverting migrations and help teams stay in sync on a project’s database schema. However, migration files can often clutter version control history. So should they be added to .gitignore? There are good arguments on both sides. The … Read more

Accessing Dictionaries in Django Templates

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Django’s template system provides a powerful way to generate dynamic HTML pages. One common task is accessing values from a Python dictionary passed into the template context. With Django’s template tags and filters, accessing and outputting dictionary values is straightforward. In this post, we’ll go over the different methods for accessing dictionary elements in Django … Read more

Fixing “Unresolved Import” Errors in VS Code

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As a Python developer, you’ve likely encountered an “unresolved import” error when working in Visual Studio Code. This frustrating error occurs when VS Code can’t locate the module or package you’re trying to import. Thankfully, there are several ways to fix unresolved imports in VS Code. In this post, we’ll explore the common causes of … Read more

Best Practices for Storing Phone Numbers in Django Models

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When developing applications in Django, effectively storing phone numbers in the database is crucial for seamless data management. Several considerations, such as data validation and formatting, come into play. In this blog, we dive into the best practices for storing phone numbers in Django models, ensuring data integrity and ease of use. Introduction to Storing … Read more

Understand Difference of values_list and values Methods in Django Queryset

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Django, high-level Python web framework, offers powerful tools for querying and retrieving data from database. When working with querysets, the methods values_list and values serve crucial roles in extracting data. Understanding differences between these methods is essential for efficient data handling Let’s dive into the distinctions between values_list and values. Django values_list Method The values_list … Read more

Clone Django Model Instances and Store Object in Database

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In Django, you may encounter situations where you need to clone a model instance making duplicate of an existing object with some modifications, and then save it to the database. Cloning can be useful for various scenarios, such as creating drafts, archiving data or making a backup. In this blog post, we’ll walk you through … Read more

Force Insert, Update and More: Django Advanced Data Manipulation

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Django, a powerful Python web framework provides various mechanisms for manipulating data in your database, including the ability to control insertions and updates explicitly. In this blog post, we will explore advanced techniques in Django for force insertion, updates and more enabling you to fine-tune your data management processes. Force Insert (force_insert) Django’s ORM typically … Read more