How do I use Django RQ for background tasks?

How do I use Django RQ for background tasks?

Django RQ is a simple library for using Redis queues in Django. You can use it to run background tasks easily.

What are the steps to set it up in my Django project?

First, install Django RQ using pip. Then, add 'django_rq' to your INSTALLED_APPS in settings.py.

How do I create a task to run in the background?

You can define a function and use the @job decorator from RQ to create a background task. Then, enqueue it using django_rq.enqueue().

Can I monitor the tasks that are running?

Yes, you can use the Django RQ dashboard to monitor your tasks. Just add the URL to your urlpatterns.