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Michael Cook
Full Stack JavaScript Techdegree Graduate 28,975 PointsIs it recommended to take the Intermediate Python track before taking the Django track?
I am finishing up the Beginning Python track, and I am very eager to get a point where I can build some real stuff. I have a few app ideas burning a hole in my brain, and I would really like to start learning Django. But I am just wondering if I should slow down and do the Intermediate Python first. Or should I take the Flask track first? Just looking for a little guidance of how to proceed. My goal it to become a Python web developer.
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Henrik Christensen
Python Web Development Techdegree Student 38,322 PointsIntermediate python is not required for the Django track since you will learn most of it in the Django track anyway :-)
Brendan Whiting
Front End Web Development Techdegree Graduate 84,738 PointsI think the Flask track would be useful. I found Django pretty intimidating and learning Flask was a good stepping stone.
Michael Cook
Full Stack JavaScript Techdegree Graduate 28,975 PointsI've read Flask is more appropriate for small apps and websites, while Django is good for large, scalable apps. I have an idea for something big that I suspect would be better tackled with Django, but I take your point about Flask being a good stepping stone. I might just take my time and get familiar with Flask first.