How do I set up a deployment pipeline for my Django application?

How do I set up a deployment pipeline for my Django application?

To set up a deployment pipeline for your Django application, you can use tools like GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or GitLab CI. Do you have a preferred tool?

I think I want to use GitHub Actions. What are the steps?

First, create a .github/workflows directory in your repository. Then, add a YAML file to define your workflow. You can specify triggers, jobs, and steps for building and deploying your app.

What should I include in the YAML file?

Include the name of the workflow, the trigger events (like push or pull request), and the jobs that define the build and deployment steps. You can also set up environment variables and secrets for sensitive data.

Can you give me an example of a simple YAML configuration?

Sure! Here's a basic example:

name: Django CI
on:
  push:
    branches:
      - main
jobs:
  build:
    runs-on: ubuntu-latest
    steps:
      - name: Checkout code
        uses: actions/checkout@v2
      - name: Set up Python
        uses: actions/setup-python@v2
        with:
          python-version: '3.8'
      - name: Install dependencies
        run: |
          python -m pip install --upgrade pip
          pip install -r requirements.txt
      - name: Run tests
        run: |
          python manage.py test