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Your guide to reducing Python memory usage

Memory problems are tricky. Learn how to lower your Python memory usage with these expert tips to deliver a more seamless user experience.

Building command-line applications in Python

Dive into a comprehensive guide on implementing command-line applications in Python. This tutorial uses the argparse module to explain how arguments, flags, and options work in a command-line application by building a BMI calculator app and implementing the Linux head command in Python.

How to dockerize a Django, Preact, and PostgreSQL Application

Dockerizing your Django application can be intimidating, but the rewards outweigh the risks. In this guide, Charlie Macnamara walks you through the setup process so you can get the most out of your applications.
  • A photo of Charlie Macnamara By Charlie Macnamara
  • Feb 20, 2024

Options for passwordless authentication in Django apps

Passwordless authentication is gaining popularity as a secure and user-friendly alternative to traditional password-based authentication in Django applications. In this article, we will delve into three passwordless authentication methods: email-based authentication, authentication with OAuth, and authentication with magic links.

A guide to exception handling in Python

Discover powerful exception-handling techniques in Python with this comprehensive guide. Learn about nested try-except blocks, catching and re-raising exceptions, handling exceptions in loops and async code, creating custom exceptions, and more.

Beginners guide to software testing in Python

Discover the art of software testing in Python! Uncover software testing fundamentals, explore diverse testing methodologies, and master essential best practices. Dive into a comprehensive tutorial on leveraging the power of the unittest module to conduct efficient and effective unit testing in Python.

Tips for upgrading Python/Django versions in existing apps

Unlock the power of the latest Python and Django versions with expert tips for seamlessly upgrading your existing apps.

A comprehensive guide on how to migrate from Python to Go

In this guide, you will learn the advantages of migrating from Python to Go, common challenges, different approaches to migration, and two methods for migrating: manually vs. with the gopy package.

Machine-learning life-cycle management using MLflow

Are you looking to streamline your machine learning projects from start to finish? Look no further than MLflow! In this article, we'll discuss how to use MLflow to manage the entire lifecycle of your ML project – from creating and training models to comparing results and deploying them.

Code coverage vs. test coverage in Python

Writing tests is essential for ensuring the quality of your code. Discover the difference between code coverage and test coverage and how to use them to make your testing process more efficient and effective.

Build a CI/CD pipeline for Flask apps using GitHub Actions

Get up and running with automated testing and deployment of your Flask app using GitHub Actions and Heroku.

INI vs. YAML: working with configuration files in Python

Discover the power of configuration files in Python and learn how to work with YAML and INI file formats. From understanding the benefits of configuration files to comparing YAML and INI, this article is your one-stop guide for mastering configuration file management in Python.

Python developer's guide to character encoding

This article provides an in-depth exploration of character encoding in Python 3. Learn how to interact with text and bytes in a project and how to fix common encoding errors.
  • A photo of Anita Achu By Anita Achu
  • Mar 6, 2023

Using DynamoDB with Python

DynamoDB is a fast and performant NoSQL database for creating highly available web applications. This article explores how to interact with DynamoDB in Python using the Boto3 library and covers in-depth concepts such as concurrency, leader model, throttling, and more.

Deploying a Django Application to Elastic Beanstalk

Amazon's Elastic Beanstalk service makes deploying and managing high-availability web applications on AWS easier. In this article, learn how to deploy a Python/Django application to Elastic Beanstalk.

Deploying a Django application on Ubuntu

Do you need complete control over your production environment? If so, you might want to skip the Platform as a Service (PaaS) offerings and deploy to your own server instead. This article describes deploying a Django application to an Ubuntu server at Linode.

Working with GraphQL and Django

If you've ever wondered if there is a better way to build and consume APIs, you should check out GraphQL—it's better than REST in many cases. This article discusses how to work with GraphQL in Django.

Build a Discord Bot with Python and Flask

In this tutorial, learn how to use Python to interact with the Discord API—and build a bot using Flask.

Working with Markdown in Python

Markdown makes it easy to add syntax to your plain text documents for readability and machine parsing. In this article, learn how to work with markdown in Python using the python-markdown package.

How to dockerize a Django and React application

Docker offers many benefits, but it can be tricky to get started—especially when you need to deploy several components. In this article, Muhammed Ali shows how to use Docker and Docker Compose to containerize an application built with Django and React.
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