What are the differences between Django ORM and Django Filter?

What are the differences between Django ORM and Django Filter?

Django ORM is a powerful tool for database interaction, while Django Filter is used for filtering querysets. ORM handles data models and queries, whereas Filter simplifies the process of filtering data based on user input.

Can you give me an example of how to use Django Filter with Django ORM?

Sure! First, you define your model in Django ORM. Then, you can create a filter class using Django Filter to specify which fields to filter on. For example:

from django_filters import rest_framework as filters
from .models import MyModel

class MyModelFilter(filters.FilterSet):
    class Meta:
        model = MyModel
        fields = ['field1', 'field2']

This allows you to filter MyModel instances based on field1 and field2.

Is Django Filter compatible with all Django ORM queries?

Yes, Django Filter can be used with any queryset generated by Django ORM. It enhances the querying capabilities by allowing you to easily apply filters based on user input.

When should I use Django ORM over Django Filter?

Use Django ORM when you need to interact with the database directly, and use Django Filter when you want to provide users with a way to filter results from a queryset.