Django Practice Exam

Django is a Python web framework which provides rapid development of websites and web applications. It follows the "don't repeat yourself" (DRY) principle, emphasizing the reusability of components and reducing redundancy in code. Django's core features include an object-relational mapper (ORM) for interacting with databases, a URL routing system, a template engine for designing user interfaces, and a form-handling library for processing user input. Django has many security features built-in to protect  from many common web vulnerabilities like SQL injection, XSS (cross-site scripting), and CSRF (cross-site request forgery). Its "batteries-included" philosophy means it comes with a variety of tools and libraries to handle common web development tasks, allowing developers to focus on building their applications rather than reinventing the wheel.
Why is Django important?

• Rapid Development: Django's built-in features and conventions enable developers to quickly build web applications, reducing development time.
• Scalability: Django is designed to scale easily, making it suitable for handling high-traffic websites and applications.
• Security: Django provides built-in protection against common security threats, helping developers create more secure web applications.
• Versatility: Django can be used to build a wide range of web applications, from simple websites to complex, data-driven applications.
• Community and Support: A large and active community supports Django as well as provide documentation, and many third-party packages and extensions for Django.
• Compatibility: Django is compatible with various databases, web servers, and operating systems, making it versatile and adaptable to different environments.
• Maintainability: Django has a clean, maintainable code, making it easier for developers to collaborate and maintain the codebase over time.

Who should take the Django Exam?

• Web Developer
• Full Stack Developer
• Python Developer
• Software Engineer

Skills Evaluated

Candidates taking the certification exam on the Django is evaluated for the following skills:

• Django Basics
• Database Interaction
• Forms
• Authentication and Authorization
• Admin Interface
• Class-Based Views
• Middleware
• Testing
• Security Best Practices
• Performance Optimization
• RESTful APIs
• Deployment
• Version Control
• Troubleshooting and Debugging
• Project Structure and Best Practices
• Third-Party Libraries
• Documentation

Django Certification Course Outline

1. Django Fundamentals

   • Django architecture
   • Models, views, templates
   • URL routing
   • Admin interface

2. Database Interaction

   • Django ORM (Object-Relational Mapping)
   • Querysets
   • Database migrations

3. Forms and Validation

   • Form handling
   • Form validation
   • Custom form fields

4. Authentication and Authorization

   • User authentication
   • Permissions and access control
   • User management

5. Security

   • Cross-site scripting (XSS) prevention
   • Cross-site request forgery (CSRF) protection
   • SQL injection prevention

6. Testing in Django

   • Writing and running tests
   • Test fixtures
   • Test-driven development (TDD)

7. Class-Based Views

   • Creating and using class-based views
   • Built-in class-based views

8. Middleware

   • Writing custom middleware
   • Middleware execution order

9. File Handling

   • File uploads
   • File storage backends
   • Serving static files

10. Internationalization and Localization

    • Language translation
    • Formatting dates, numbers, and currency

11. RESTful APIs

    • Django REST framework
    • Serializers
    • Viewsets and routers

12. Caching

    • Cache setup and configuration
    • Using the cache framework

13. Deployment

    • Configuring Django for deployment
    • Deploying Django applications to production servers

14. Performance Optimization

    • Query optimization
    • Caching techniques
    • Django Debug Toolbar

15. Project Structure and Best Practices

    • Django project layout
    • Code organization
    • Django best practices

16. Django Forms

    • Form classes
    • Form validation
    • Form rendering

17. Django Templates

    • Template language syntax
    • Template inheritance
    • Template tags and filters

18. Asynchronous Task Processing

    • Using Celery for asynchronous task processing
    • Task queues and workers

19. Security Best Practices

    • Secure password handling
    • HTTPS setup
    • Security middleware

20. Third-Party Packages and Integrations

    • Integrating third-party packages
    • Popular Django packages
    • Customizing third-party packages