What are Django generic views and how do I use them?

What are Django generic views and how do I use them?

Django generic views are pre-built views that help you handle common web development tasks. They simplify the process of creating views for displaying lists, details, forms, etc.

Can you give me an example of a generic view?

Sure! A common example is the ListView, which displays a list of objects. You can use it by subclassing ListView and specifying the model and template.

How do I set up a ListView in my Django project?

To set up a ListView, import ListView, create a class that inherits from it, set the model and template_name attributes, and add it to your URL patterns.

What are the benefits of using generic views?

Generic views reduce code duplication, speed up development, and provide a consistent way to handle common tasks.