Step 1: Install Python

Django requires Python. Ensure you have Python installed.

1. Check if Python is installed:

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   python --version

   or

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   python3 --version

2. Download Python (if not installed):

   • Visit https://www.python.org/downloads/
   • Download and install the latest version of Python.
   • During installation, make sure to select the Add Python to PATH option.

Step 2: Install pip (Python Package Manager)

Pip is often included with Python. To verify:

If pip is not installed, you can install it using:

Step 3: Set Up a Virtual Environment (Optional but Recommended)

A virtual environment isolates your Django project dependencies.

1. Install virtualenv (if not installed):

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   pip install virtualenv

2. Create a virtual environment:

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   python -m venv myenv

3. Activate the virtual environment:

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     myenv\Scripts\activate
   • Mac/Linux:
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     source myenv/bin/activate

Step 4: Install Django

Once the virtual environment is activated, install Django using pip.

Verify the installation:

Step 5: Create a Django Project

1. Create a new project:

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   django-admin startproject myproject

2. Navigate to the project directory:

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   cd myproject

3. Run the development server:

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   python manage.py runserver

4. Open a web browser and navigate to:

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   http://127.0.0.1:8000/

   You should see the default Django welcome page.

Step 6: Explore and Develop

• Use python manage.py startapp appname to create an app within your project.
• Edit settings and routes (settings.py and urls.py) to customize your project.

Optional: Install Additional Tools

• Django Debug Toolbar: For debugging during development:
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  pip install django-debug-toolbar
• Database Connectors: For PostgreSQL, MySQL, etc.