TypeScript vs Node.js [Differences and When to Use Each]

Using TypeScript with Node

As a TypeScript developer, I often encounter confusion between TypeScript and Node.js. Many developers, especially those new to JavaScript ecosystems, tend to mix up these two technologies or assume they’re competitors. In reality, TypeScript and Node.js serve different purposes and can work together beautifully. TypeScript is a programming language that extends JavaScript, while Node.js is … Read more >>

Use TypeScript Environment Variables (4 Easy Methods)

TypeScript Environment Types for Cross-Platform Support

While working on a TypeScript project, I needed to utilize elements such as API keys, database URLs, and feature flags. At first, I thought I could simply add them directly into my code, but that proved difficult, especially when switching between development and production. While searching for a better way to manage environment variables in … Read more >>

TypeScript Global Variables

Declare global variable in TypeScript

Recently, I was working on a large TypeScript project where I needed to share data across multiple files without having to pass it through numerous function parameters. The solution was to use global variables in TypeScript. While global variables are sometimes considered bad practice, there are legitimate use cases where they can significantly simplify your … Read more >>

Create a Function-Based View in Django

django function based views

Views are essential because they control what your users see and how your application responds to requests. Over the years, I’ve found that function-based views (FBVs) in Django are a great way to lay a solid foundation before moving to more complex concepts like class-based views. In this article, I’ll walk you through how to … Read more >>

How to Create a Web Form in Python Django

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Creating web forms is essential when you want to collect user input. I’ve found that building forms in Django is simple. In this article, I’ll walk you through how to create a web form in Django with practical examples that you can adapt for real-world applications. We’ll cover both basic forms using Django’s Form class … Read more >>

Build a Contact Form in Django Using Bootstrap

django bootstrap form

I’ve built many forms, but integrating Django with Bootstrap has always been my go-to approach for clean, responsive, and user-friendly forms. If you want to create a sleek contact form for your Django app that looks great on all devices, you’re in the right place. In this tutorial, I’ll walk you through how to build … Read more >>

Create Forms with Django Crispy Forms

django crispy forms

As a Python developer, I’ve seen how important clean, maintainable, and user-friendly forms are in web applications. Django’s built-in forms can sometimes be a bit clunky when it comes to styling and responsiveness. That’s where Django Crispy Forms comes in. In this article, I’ll walk you through how to create forms using Django Crispy Forms. … Read more >>

How to Build a Django Contact Form with Email Functionality

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While working with Python data frames for one of my clients, I was supposed to build a simple web dashboard to showcase dynamic analytics. As part of the deliverable, the client requested a way for users, primarily internal analysts and external partners, to get in touch directly from the dashboard. The requirement was to embed … Read more >>

Django pre_save Signal

django signals pre_save

When working with Django, you may need to run custom logic immediately before a model instance is saved to the database. I’ve found Django’s pre_save signal to be a useful tool for this. It allows you to hook into the save process and perform actions such as data validation, auto-populating fields, or even preventing a … Read more >>

TypeScript Enum Naming Conventions

Enum naming convention in TypeScript

In this tutorial, I will explain the intricacies of TypeScript enum naming conventions. By the end of this post, you’ll understand how to name your enums effectively, making your code more readable and maintainable. Enums, short for enumerations, are a feature in TypeScript that allows you to define a set of named constants. These constants … Read more >>

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