How do I deploy a Django app on Heroku?

How do I deploy a Django app on Heroku?

To deploy a Django app on Heroku, you need to follow these steps: 1. Create a Heroku account. 2. Install the Heroku CLI. 3. Prepare your Django app for deployment by adding a Procfile and requirements.txt. 4. Use Git to push your code to Heroku. 5. Set up your database and environment variables.

What is a Procfile and why do I need it?

A Procfile is a text file that tells Heroku how to run your application. It specifies the commands that are executed by the app on startup. For a Django app, it typically contains something like web: gunicorn myproject.wsgi.

Do I need to configure a database on Heroku?

Yes, you will need to configure a database. Heroku provides a PostgreSQL add-on that you can use. You can set it up through the Heroku dashboard or using the CLI.

How do I manage environment variables on Heroku?

You can manage environment variables on Heroku using the Heroku dashboard or the CLI. Use the command heroku config:set VAR_NAME=value to set a variable.