Launch Your Django App in Just 5 Minutes

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Embarking on the journey of developing a web application can be exhilarating, but setting up the right environment shouldn't be a roadblock. Whether you're using Windows, Linux, or macOS, I've got you covered with a step-by-step guide to swiftly get your Django app up and running in just five minutes.

Let’s start with the Windows first

Install Python:

• Visit the official Python website and download the latest version for Windows.
• During installation, make sure to check the box that says “Add Python to PATH.”

Create a Virtual Environment:

• Open Command Prompt and navigate to your project folder.
• Run the following commands:

python -m venv venv

venv\Scripts\activate

Install Django:

• While in the virtual environment, install Django:

pip install django

Create and Run Your Django App:

• Create a new Django project:

django-admin startproject myproject

• Navigate into the project directory:

cd myproject

Start the development server:

python manage.py runserver