dgt_wrk09 – The Accolli (Easter Egg)

Module Title: dgt_wrk09 – The Accolli (Easter Egg)

Description:

Welcome to “dgt_wrk09 – The Accolli (Easter Egg),” a comprehensive module designed for developers looking to leverage the power of Flask, a popular Python web framework, to create robust projects aimed at managing “Accogli” accommodations or shelters. This module is perfect for those who wish to develop applications that efficiently handle data management and user interactions in environments such as hostels, shelters, or any accommodation services.

module Objectives:

  • Understand Flask Basics: Gain a solid understanding of Flasks core features, including routing, templates, forms, and sessions.
  • Database Integration: Learn how to integrate databases using SQLAlchemy for managing complex data related to accommodations.
  • User Authentication: Implement secure user authentication systems to ensure that only authorized users can access certain functionalities.
  • RESTful API Development: Develop RESTful APIs to facilitate communication between the front-end and back-end services.
  • Data Visualization: Utilize tools like Chart.js or Plotly to create insightful visualizations of accommodation data.
  • Security Best Practices: Understand and implement security measures to protect user data and application integrity.

module Modules:

  1. Introduction to Flask
  2. Setting up your development environment
  3. Basic concepts: routes, views, and templates

  4. Building a CRUD Application

  5. Creating, reading, updating, and deleting accommodation records
  6. Integrating with databases using SQLAlchemy

  7. User Management

  8. Implementing user registration and login systems
  9. Managing sessions and cookies for authentication

  10. Developing RESTful APIs

  11. Designing API endpoints for CRUD operations
  12. Handling HTTP methods and status codes

  13. Enhancing User Experience

  14. Form validation and error handling
  15. Using AJAX for asynchronous data updates

  16. Data Visualization

  17. Integrating Chart.js or Plotly to display accommodation statistics
  18. Creating dynamic dashboards

  19. Security in Flask Applications

  20. Protecting against common web vulnerabilities
  21. Implementing HTTPS and secure cookies

  22. Deployment Strategies

  23. Preparing your application for production
  24. Deploying on platforms like Heroku, AWS, or DigitalOcean

Target Audience:

  • Beginner to intermediate Python developers interested in web development.
  • Individuals working in the hospitality industry looking to develop custom solutions.
  • Developers aiming to enhance their skills in creating scalable and secure web applications.

Prerequisites:

  • Basic understanding of Python programming
  • Familiarity with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript is beneficial but not required

By the end of this module, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to build sophisticated Flask applications tailored for managing accommodations. Whether you are looking to improve your career prospects or develop a personal project, “dgt_wrk09 – Progetti in Flask per gestire gli Accogli” offers a practical and engaging learning experience.
The students can push their exercises to the Academy DevOps & SRE GIT project. For this module, create a folder with your username as its name in the following subfolder: https://github.com/Garanti-Del-Talento/gdt_academy