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Web Development using Python Django Framework

Introduction

                                     

This certificate course provides comprehensive training in developing modern, secure, and scalable web applications using Python and the Django Framework. Participants will learn both theoretical concepts and practical implementation through hands-on projects. The course covers Python programming, Django architecture, databases, authentication, REST APIs, deployment, and best practices in software engineering. By the end of the course, participants will have developed a complete production-ready web application suitable for deployment.

 

 

Unique Selling Propositions                     

 

  • Hands-on, project-based learning.
  • Covers complete backend web development using Django.
  • Industry-relevant curriculum aligned with current software development practices.
  • Learn database design and Django ORM.
  • REST API development using Django REST Framework.
  • Authentication and role-based access control.
  • Deployment on cloud platforms (PythonAnywhere, Render, or VPS).
  • Certificate issued by UMT.
  • Suitable for beginners as well as intermediate programmers.
  • Final capstone project to build a portfolio-ready application.

 

 

Objectives and Learning Outcomes

                                     
  • Develop dynamic web applications using Python and Django.
  • Understand Django's Model-View-Template (MVT) architecture.
  • Design and manage databases using Django ORM.
  • Implement CRUD (Create, Read, Update, Delete) functionality.
  • Develop secure user authentication and authorization systems.
  • Build RESTful APIs using Django REST Framework.
  • Integrate HTML, CSS, and Bootstrap with Django templates.
  • Upload and manage media files.
  • Deploy Django applications to production servers.
  • Develop complete real-world web applications following industry best practices.

 

 

Key Topics / Related Concepts

             

 

  • Introduction to Web Technologies
  • Python Programming Fundamentals
  • Virtual Environment and Package Management
  • Git and GitHub Basics
  • Django Installation and Configuration
  • Django Project Structure
  • URL Routing
  • Views and Templates
  • Bootstrap Integration
  • Static and Media Files
  • Models and Django ORM
  • Database Integration (SQLite & MySQL/PostgreSQL)
  • Forms and Validation
  • CRUD Operations
  • Django Admin Panel
  • User Authentication and Authorization
  • Class-Based Views
  • File Uploads
  • Pagination and Search
  • Django REST Framework
  • REST API Development
  • API Testing using Postman
  • Security Best Practices
  • Deployment on Render/PythonAnywhere
  • Final Capstone Project

 

 

 

Activities and Learning Strategies

             
  • Interactive lectures.
  • Live coding demonstrations.
  • Weekly hands-on lab sessions.
  • Individual programming assignments.
  • Quizzes and coding assessments.
  • Mini-projects after each module.
  • Group discussions and problem-solving sessions.
  • Code reviews and debugging exercises.
  • Capstone project development.
  • Final project presentation and evaluation.

 

 

 

 

Venue / Facilities 

             

 

 

 

UMT Main Campus; List down required facilities

 

Required Facilities

  • Computer Laboratory
  • Multimedia Projector
  • High-Speed Internet
  • Python 3.12+
  • PyCharm
  • Git and GitHub
  • Access to libraries installations (IT Support)
  • SQLite/MySQL/PostgreSQL
  • Web Browser (Chrome/Firefox)

 
  • Learning Duration: 14 Weeks
  • Certificate Fee: Rs 40000
  • Session: Saturday - 9:00 to 4:00 PM
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Instructor

Dr. Muhammad Asad Arshed is an Assistant Professor at the School of Systems and Technology (SST), University of Management and Technology (UMT), Lahore. He holds a PhD in Computer Science and has extensive academic, research, and industrial experience in Web Development, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Deep Learning (DL), Natural Language Processing (NLP), Data Science, and Backend Development using the Python Django Framework.

Prior to joining UMT, he served as a Research Officer at the KICS, University of Engineering and Technology (UET), Lahore, where he contributed to research and development projects on emerging technologies.

Dr. Arshed is an experienced trainer who has successfully conducted numerous professional development and technical training programs under the National Vocational and Technical Training Commission (NAVTTC) and at UMT. He has also delivered specialized training on Artificial Intelligence for the Punjab Police, receiving highly positive feedback and appreciation from the department for its quality, effectiveness, and practical relevance. In addition, he has organized and delivered faculty development workshops for UMT faculty members on Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, and modern digital technologies.

His students have actively participated in prestigious national and international technology competitions, including the Microsoft Imagine Cup, demonstrating innovation and practical problem-solving skills developed under his mentorship. He has also supervised numerous industry-oriented software development and research projects.

Dr. Arshed has authored multiple research publications in internationally recognized journals and conferences. His teaching philosophy emphasizes hands-on learning, project-based education, and industry best practices, enabling participants to acquire practical skills in Python and its frameworks, full-stack web development, and modern software engineering that are directly applicable in academia and industry.

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