Django Docker Template

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Sample application with django in Docker container

Overview

This article provides a guide for installing and setting up a Django application using Python and Docker. The steps include installing Python and Docker, running an initialization script, creating a virtual environment, installing necessary modules, creating and running a Docker container, and accessing the Django application through localhost.

Features

  • Python and Docker Installation: Provides information on how to install Python and Docker, which are required for setting up the Django application.
  • Initialization Script: Outlines the steps to run the init.sh script, which creates a virtual environment, updates necessary modules, and saves requirements to a file.
  • Docker Container Creation and Run: Explains the process of creating a Docker image and running a container for the Django application.
  • Default Migrations: Covers the execution of default migrations for the Django application inside the container.

Summary

This article provides a comprehensive guide for setting up a Django application using Python and Docker. It walks through the installation of Python and Docker, running an initialization script, creating a virtual environment, installing necessary modules, creating and running a Docker container, executing default migrations, and accessing the Django application. By following these steps, users can quickly and efficiently set up a Django application environment.