Python: Introduction to Flask
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Description
Learn how to create Python-based web applications using Flask.
Developing web applications and APIs with Python is a common developer task. The Python ecosystem contains many commonly used web application frameworks. Flask is a well established minimal WSGI framework designed to quickly take developers from zero to productive. This lab explores Flask's functionality through building a web application.
Learning Objectives
At the end of this lab you'll be familiar with:
- Routes
- Templates
- Sessions
- Requests
- Error handlers
Prerequisites:
- Proficient with the Python runtime
- Proficient with the Python language syntax
- Familiar with the WSGI specification
- Familiar with the HTTP protocol
Target Audience
- Python Developers
Ben Lambert is a software engineer and was previously the lead author for DevOps and Microsoft Azure training content at Cloud Academy. His courses and learning paths covered Cloud Ecosystem technologies such as DC/OS, configuration management tools, and containers. As a software engineer, Ben’s experience includes building highly available web and mobile apps. When he’s not building software, he’s hiking, camping, or creating video games.