Project 10: Django from Scratch (Putting It All Together)
Build a mini full-stack framework by integrating routing, ORM, templates, admin, and async.
Quick Reference
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Expert |
| Time Estimate | 4-6 weeks |
| Language | Python |
| Prerequisites | Projects 1-9 |
| Key Topics | framework architecture, integration, tooling |
| Output | Mini Django-like framework |
Learning Objectives
By completing this project, you will:
- Integrate routing, ORM, templates, and admin into one framework.
- Build a settings/config system.
- Provide a CLI for project creation and server running.
- Support basic async routes or channels.
- Document the framework with examples.
The Core Question You’re Answering
“How do independent subsystems become a cohesive developer experience?”
Concepts You Must Understand First
| Concept | Why It Matters | Where to Learn |
|---|---|---|
| Settings systems | Central configuration | Django docs |
| App registry | Discover installed apps | Django internals |
| Request lifecycle | End-to-end flow | Web frameworks |
| CLI tooling | Developer ergonomics | Python argparse |
Project Specification
Functional Requirements
- Settings loader with defaults.
- Router + middleware pipeline.
- ORM integration and migrations.
- Admin UI with auth.
- Optional async endpoints.
Implementation Guide
Project Structure
mydjango/
├── core/
├── orm/
├── admin/
├── templates/
├── manage.py
└── README.md
Questions to Guide Your Design
- How will settings be discovered and overridden?
- How will apps register models and routes?
- What conventions make projects easier to use?
Testing Strategy
- End-to-end request flow.
- ORM + templates integration.
- Admin permissions enforced.
Extensions
- Plugin system.
- REST scaffolding.
- Caching layer.
This guide was generated from LEARN_DJANGO_WEB_FRAMEWORKS.md. For the complete learning path, see the parent directory LEARN_DJANGO_WEB_FRAMEWORKS/README.md.