How do I set up asynchronous support in Django?

How do I set up asynchronous support in Django?

To set up asynchronous support in Django, you need to ensure you're using Django 3.1 or later. You can start by defining your views as asynchronous functions using the async def syntax.

What about the database connections? Can I use async with them?

Yes, you can use async database connections with Django by using an async ORM like Tortoise-ORM or by using Django's built-in async capabilities with databases that support async drivers.

Are there any specific settings I need to configure in settings.py?

In your settings.py, you should ensure that your ASGI application is set up correctly. You might also want to configure middleware that supports async operations.

Can I run Django with ASGI instead of WSGI?

Absolutely! You can run Django with ASGI using an ASGI server like Daphne or Uvicorn, which allows for handling asynchronous requests.