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Django e-commerce website development

Developing an e-commerce website using Django can be a robust and scalable solution. Django, being a high-level Python web framework, provides excellent tools and libraries for creating feature-rich, secure, and user-friendly e-commerce platforms. Live demo

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Key Features of a Django E-Commerce Website

User Authentication

Registration, login/logout, and profile management.

Product Management

Categories, subcategories, and product details like pricing, images, and descriptions.

Shopping Cart

Add, update, or remove items from the cart.

Checkout Process

Payment gateway integration, address management, and order confirmation.

Order Management

Order history, tracking, and notifications.

Search & Filtering

Search bar and advanced filters for price, category, ratings, etc.

Admin Dashboard

For managing products, orders, users, and content.

Discounts & Coupons

Support for promotional offers and codes.

Reviews & Ratings

User-generated reviews and star ratings for products.

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Responsive Design

Mobile-friendly and cross-browser compatibility.

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Use Django’s admin panel for product and order management 

Frontend Development

  • Use Django Templates for dynamic HTML generation.
  • Add Bootstrap or Tailwind CSS for styling.
  • Create pages for Home, Product Details, Cart, Checkout, and User Dashboard

Implement Features

  • Authentication: Use Django's built-in auth system.
  • Search: Implement a search function with Django's ORM or third-party libraries like Elasticsearch.
  • Payment Gateway: Integrate gateways like Stripe, PayPal, or Razorpay.

Test the Application

  • Use Django's test framework to validate models, views, and forms.
  • Conduct end-to-end testing to ensure smooth user interactions.