Bootcamp Overview:
- Duration: 30 days
- Format: Daily sessions with lectures, hands-on coding, mini-projects, Q&A, and project presentations.
- Goal: This bootcamp is tailored to equip participants with essential backend development skills, focusing on Python, Django, REST APIs, database management, and deployment practices. Students will complete a potfoio ecommerce capstone project.
Week 1: Python and Django Foundations
Objective: Introduce Python basics and get started with Django.
Day 1: Introduction to Programming with Python
- Overview of Python and its use cases.
- Python basics: variables, data types, operators.
- Setting up the Python environment.
Day 2: Python Control Structures
- Conditional statements: if, else, elif.
- Loops: for, while.
- Understanding lists, tuples, and dictionaries.
Day 3: Python Functions and Modules
- Defining functions and using built-in functions.
- Importing and using Python modules.
- Error handling and exceptions.
Day 4: Object-Oriented Programming in Python
- Classes and objects.
- Inheritance, encapsulation, and polymorphism.
- Practice exercises on OOP.
Day 5: Introduction to Django
- Overview of Django and MVC architecture.
- Setting up Django environment and creating a new project.
- Understanding Django project structure.
Day 6: Django Models and Migrations
- Creating models and understanding migrations.
- Working with Django ORM and database setup.
- Querying the database using Django ORM.
Day 7: Django Views and Templates
- Creating views and URL routing.
- Introduction to Django templates.
- Building a simple CRUD application.
Week 2: Deep Diving into Django and Application Development
Objective: Build skills in forms, authentication, and advanced Django features.
Day 8: Django Forms and User Input
- Creating and handling forms.
- Form validation and error handling.
- Building forms with model data.
Day 9: User Authentication in Django
- Implementing user registration and login.
- User management: profile creation and updates.
- Securing routes with authentication.
Day 10: Django Admin Customization
- Introduction to Django admin panel.
- Customizing the admin interface.
- Managing data through the admin panel.
Day 11: Working with Static and Media Files
- Handling static files and media uploads.
- Serving static and media content.
- Using Django’s built-in static file handling.
Day 12: Building a Blog Application
- Project setup and defining the blog models.
- Creating views for listing and detailed posts.
- Adding forms for creating and editing blog posts.
Day 13: Enhancing the Blog with User Interaction
- Adding comments and user interaction features.
- Implementing pagination and search functionality.
- Styling the application using CSS frameworks.
Day 14: Mini Project Presentation
- Presenting the blog project.
- Peer review and feedback.
- Identifying areas for improvement.
Week 3: REST APIs and Advanced Django
Objective: Learn to build REST APIs and advanced Django functionalities.
Day 15: Introduction to REST APIs and Django REST Framework (DRF)
- Understanding REST principles.
- Setting up Django REST Framework.
- Building your first API with DRF.
Day 16: Building CRUD APIs with DRF
- Creating serializers and API views.
- Handling CRUD operations with APIs.
- Testing APIs using tools like Postman.
Day 17: API Authentication and Permissions
- Adding authentication to APIs (Token, JWT).
- Setting permissions and access controls.
- Securing APIs with Django’s built-in features.
Day 18: API Filtering, Ordering, and Pagination
- Implementing filtering, searching, and ordering in APIs.
- Adding pagination to API results.
- Customizing API behavior with DRF features.
Day 19: Working with ViewSets and Routers
- Simplifying APIs with ViewSets.
- Using routers to manage API endpoints.
- Combining ViewSets and routers for efficient API management.
Day 20: Advanced Django Features
- Customizing the Django user model.
- Implementing signals and background tasks.
- Using Django’s caching framework for performance.
Day 21: Integrating APIs with Frontend
- Overview of connecting Django APIs with frontend frameworks.
- Best practices for API consumption.
- Testing APIs with frontend applications.
Week 4: Deployment, Security, and Final Project
Objective: Deploy applications and ensure they are secure and production-ready.
Day 22: Introduction to Deployment
- Preparing a Django app for deployment.
- Using environment variables and managing secrets.
- Overview of different deployment platforms.
Day 23: Deploying to Heroku
- Setting up Heroku for Django deployment.
- Managing environment settings for production.
- Deploying with PostgreSQL on Heroku.
Day 24: Exploring Other Deployment Options
- Deployment on AWS, DigitalOcean, or other cloud platforms.
- Using Docker for containerized deployment.
- Understanding CI/CD pipelines for automated deployment.
Day 25: Django Security Best Practices
- Securing Django applications: CSRF, XSS, SQL injection protection.
- Managing user data and sensitive information securely.
- Best practices for handling security in production.
Day 26: Performance Optimization and Scaling
- Query optimization and database indexing.
- Using caching strategies to improve performance.
- Scaling Django applications for high traffic.
Day 27: Final Project Planning
- Brainstorming and planning the capstone project.
- Setting project goals, defining scope and features.
- Preparing wireframes and database schema.
Day 28: Final Project Development
- Implementing the core functionality of the final project.
- Focus on models, views, templates, and API integration.
Day 29: Final Project Testing and Debugging
- Writing tests for the final project.
- Debugging and refining features.
- Preparing the project for final deployment.
Day 30: Final Project Deployment and Demo Day
- Deploying the final project.
- Presenting the final project to peers and mentors.
- Feedback, Q&A, and course wrap-up.
Additional Bootcamp Features:
- Daily Coding Challenges and Assignments: To reinforce learning.
- Weekly Recaps and Quizzes: To ensure understanding and retention.
- Mentor Support and Peer Collaboration: Access to mentors for guidance and support.
- Capstone Project: A comprehensive final project to showcase acquired skills.