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How to query as GROUP BY in Django?

Published on September 2, 2023

# How to query as GROUP BY in Django? 🤔 Are you struggling with grouping your Django query results just like you would with the `GROUP BY` clause in SQL? Don't worry, you're not alone! Many Django developers face this challenge. In this blog post, we wil

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Why does DEBUG=False setting make my django Static Files Access fail?

Published on September 2, 2023

# Why does DEBUG=False setting make my Django Static Files Access fail? 😫🚫📂 So, you're building an awesome app using Django, and you have everything set up nicely - the database settings, static directories, URLs, and views. But then you ran into troub

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How can I get the full/absolute URL (with domain) in Django?

Published on September 2, 2023

# Getting the Absolute URL in Django: No Sites Module Required! 😎💻 So, you're building an awesome Django web app and you want to get the full/absolute URL to use it with the `reverse()` function. You've stumbled upon a question on Stack Overflow where s

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RuntimeWarning: DateTimeField received a naive datetime

Published on September 2, 2023

📝✉️ Fixing the "RuntimeWarning: DateTimeField received a naive datetime" Error in Django If you're encountering the "RuntimeWarning: DateTimeField received a naive datetime" error while working with Django, don't worry, there's a simple solution for you

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What"s the difference between select_related and prefetch_related in Django ORM?

Published on September 2, 2023

# What's the Difference Between `select_related` and `prefetch_related` in Django ORM? 🤔 So, you've stumbled upon the `select_related` and `prefetch_related` methods in Django's ORM, and you're left wondering what exactly sets them apart. Fear not, my fr

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In a Django form, how do I make a field readonly (or disabled) so that it cannot be edited?

Published on September 2, 2023

# How to Make a Field Readonly in Django Form 📝🔒 Do you need to make a field in your Django form read-only or disabled so that it cannot be edited? 🤔 Don't worry, we've got you covered! In this blog post, we'll guide you through the process of making a

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No module named MySQLdb

Published on September 2, 2023

# 🐍🗄️ No module named MySQLdb: A Simple Guide for Python Developers So you're working on a project using Django and Python, but suddenly you encounter the dreaded error message: "No module named MySQLdb." Don't worry, you're not alone. This common issue

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What"s the best way to extend the User model in Django?

Published on September 2, 2023

# Extending the User Model in Django: A Comprehensive Guide 😎📚 So, you want to extend the User model in Django to add custom fields and possibly use the email as the username for authentication purposes? You're not alone! Many developers have faced this

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OneToOneField() vs ForeignKey() in Django

Published on September 2, 2023

# Title: Django OneToOneField() vs ForeignKey() - Demystifying the Differences 🤔 Hey there, fellow Django enthusiasts! 👋 Are you confused about the difference between `OneToOneField()` and `ForeignKey()` in Django? 🤔 Worry no more, because in this blog

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"pip" is not recognized as an internal or external command

Published on September 2, 2023

📝 How to Fix 'pip' is not recognized as an internal or external command 🐍 Are you getting the error message "'pip' is not recognized as an internal or external command, operable program or batch file" while trying to install Django (or any other package