Deploy Django On Linux (updated 3/2021)

Deploy like a pro

What you'll learn

How to deploy Django to a secure production environment

Understand the architecture of a Django deployment

What options are available in the tech stack (Linux, Web server, WSGI, Database, SSL)

How to configure PostgreSQL database

How to configure gunicorn WSGI server

How to configure Nginx web server

How to configure SSL with free LetsEncrypt certificates or self-signed certificates

How to update and backup your deployment

How to setup a protected development site

Requirements

Basic Python experience

Basic Django experience

Basic Linux experience

Description

I will walk you through all the major components of deploying Django.Learn about the architecture of a deployment and how the different pieces fit together. You will understand the differences and similarities between different options for:Linux distribution (Debian vs Ubuntu vs CentOS vs Fedora)Web server (Nginx vs Apache2)Database server (SQLite vs MySQL vs MariaDB vs PostgreSQL)WSGI server (uWSGI vs gunicorn vs waitress)SSL certificates (self-signed vs LetsEncrypt)The first portion of the course will talk about the architecture and the role of each component. I will also discuss alternative architectures and things to consider when planning. I'll talk about the different options and which ones I recommend for various situations. The second portion of the course will be an actual walkthrough, step-by-step, of deploying a Django project to production with security in mind. At the end of the course I'll wrap up with showing you how you can automate updates and backups.When you're done with the course you'll know all my tips and tricks, have a solid understanding of the architecture to make well informed choices.You can ask me questions in the Q&A section of the course and learn from others. If you have a unique situation, share your question and I will help you. Remember, you're not just buying a set of videos, you're taking a course and I am a resource for you as your instructor.Students should already have proficient Linux and Python skills with some familiarity with Django.

Overview

Section 1: Architecture Overview

Lecture 1 Introduction to Architecture

Lecture 2 The Physical Machine

Lecture 3 The Linux Operating System

Lecture 4 The WSGI Server

Lecture 5 The Web Server

Lecture 6 The Database

Lecture 7 Complete Architecture Recap

Lecture 8 Alternative Architectures

Section 2: Walkthrough

Lecture 9 Create a Virtual Machine on Digital Ocean

Lecture 10 Create Python Virtual Environment

Lecture 11 Create a Test Project

Lecture 12 Configure SSH Keys

Lecture 13 Clone Project from GitHub

Lecture 14 Tips for Managing Django Settings Files

Lecture 15 Configure Django to use PostgreSQL

Lecture 16 Install and Setup PosgreSQL Database

Lecture 17 Install and Test Gunicorn WSGI Server

Lecture 18 Setup Systemd Service for Gunicorn

Lecture 19 Install and Test Nginx

Lecture 20 Configure STATIC and MEDIA Directories in Django

Lecture 21 Configure a Virtual Host in Nginx

Lecture 22 Add SSL Encryption to Nginx Virtual Host

Section 3: Setup a Protected Dev Site

Lecture 23 Overview

Lecture 24 Setup Dev Site

Section 4: Backups

Lecture 25 Backup Options

Lecture 26 Setup Backup Job

Section 5: Updates

Lecture 27 Update Options

Lecture 28 Setup Automatic SSL Certificate Renewal

Lecture 29 Write Update Script

Python or Django developers,Devops engineers working with Django, Flask, or other WSGI web apps,Linux system administrators working with Django, Flask, or other WSGI web apps,Security Engineers who work with Python web apps,Anyone curious how a Django application is deployed