How do I manage static file versions in Django?

How do I manage static file versions in Django?

In Django, you can manage static file versions by using the ManifestStaticFilesStorage class. This class appends a hash to the filenames of your static files, which changes whenever the file content changes.

How do I set that up in my Django project?

To set it up, you need to add STATICFILES_STORAGE = 'django.contrib.staticfiles.storage.ManifestStaticFilesStorage' in your settings.py file. Then run collectstatic to generate the versioned files.

What if I want to use a custom storage class?

You can create a custom storage class by subclassing ManifestStaticFilesStorage and overriding the methods you need. Just make sure to update the STATICFILES_STORAGE setting to point to your custom class.

Can I use this with a CDN?

Yes, you can use a CDN with versioned static files. Just ensure your CDN is configured to serve the files from the correct static URL.