What is the Django Atomic Decorator?

Can you explain what the Django Atomic Decorator is?

The Django Atomic Decorator is used to manage database transactions in Django. It ensures that a block of code is executed within a single transaction, meaning that if an error occurs, all changes can be rolled back.

How do I use the Atomic Decorator in my views?

You can use it by importing transaction.atomic and applying it as a decorator to your view function. For example: @transaction.atomic above your view definition.

What happens if an exception occurs inside the atomic block?

If an exception occurs, all database changes made within that block will be rolled back, ensuring data integrity.

Can I use it with class-based views?

Yes, you can use it with class-based views by applying it to the dispatch method or using it in the get or post methods.