The Django web framework is one of the rising stars in the world of web frameworks. The combination of an object relational mapper, template system, automatic admin system and elegant URL design make Django a web framework for perfectionists with deadlines.
The latest Django related book from Packt Publishing 'Learning Website Development with Django' by Ayman Hourieh is the perfect introduction into website development using the Django framework.
In twelve easy to read chapters the author teaches you the basics of the Django framework using a social bookmarking website as an example. As an added bonus you'll see how to implement some interesting Web 2.0 features such as tagging, voting and AJAX.
The book is well written and the author has a good grasp of the possibilities of the Django framework. While the book is intended as an introduction into Django and website development, the author doesn't hide the more complex features from the reader.
Learning Website Development with Django is an excellent introduction into the Django framework and dynamic website development in general. Whether you are taking your first steps into website development or you're a seasoned PHP veteran who would like to know more about this excellent web framework, this book will give you an excellent start in the world of Django.