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What makes us Unique?


Dealing with deployment slots, fighting messy error messages, and wrestling with scaling issues
are the last things you want as a Django developer. Wouldn't it be great to have a solution that takes care of all this?
Zero Downtime deployments
Straightforward, easy-to-use, and low-learning curve
Real time monitoring
Easy-to-understand and predictable pricing
Dedicated and Enterprise plans

How it works


Back4app Containers offers an easy repository connection, build & deploy features, and easy scaling. Connect to your GitHub repository, let us build your project, and deploy it seamlessly​.

Bring your code

Easy repository connections! Just bring your Django repo and we’ll take it from here. Connect to the GitHub repository you want to deploy.

Buid & Deploy

Deploy in minutes! We’ll build your Django project, and deploy it to the container without waiting for deployment slots or dealing with messy error messages.

Scale

Easily scale your Django applications from your dashboard without downtime. On top of that, you'll have full control of your costs with our Predictable Pricing!

Features


With seamless GitHub repository integration, we handle the entire build process and ensure smooth, efficient project deployment. Effortlessly scale your application with powerful features designed to support growth.
Connect to GitHub
Connect your GitHub account and select the repositories you'd like to authorize for seamless application deployment.
Run Dockers
Just point to any of your Docker files, and we'll build and run your Docker images. With Back4app, deployment is truly that simple.
Customize Deployment
Select the branch you want to deploy, customize your deployment commands, specify the Dockerfile path, and more for a tailored deployment process.

Begin with your repo

Integrate With GitHub

Integrate with your GitHub account and authorize the repositories you want to use to deploy your applications.

Run Dockers

Point any of your docker files and we will build and run your docker images. Yes, with Back4app Containers, it’s that easy.

Customize Deployment

Choose the branch you want to use, customize your deployment commands, specify the dockerfile path and more.

Eliminate development hassles

Build Faster

Thanks to our powerful building servers, you'll be able to get your codes built faster and more efficiently.

Track Deployment

With our native build, deployment, and runtime logs, you can track and analyze each individual deployment instantly.

Deploy Automatically

New PRs? Not a problem! Whenever your codebase is updated, we’ll automatically create a new build and deploy it in your container.

Scale with peace of mind

Real-Time Monitoring

Identify bottlenecks and optimize performance by easily monitoring crucial metrics such as CPU, RAM, Bandwidth, and more.

Zero Downtime Deployments

New containers are always ready to work when deploying a new commit or changing container configurations, guaranteeing no downtime.

Acclaimed Customer Support

Our highly skilled support experts are always ready and are just one click away to help you at any stage of your project.

Benefits for Django applications

Deploying and Scaling your apps has never been this quick, easy, and cost-efficient!



Open Source

Back4app Containers harnesses the power of widely-recognized open-source technologies, creating an all-encompassing and robust development platform.

Free Tier for Django projects

We offer a free plan to help Django developers get started. Develop, deploy, and scale your Django applications with no hidden costs. Experience all the benefits without any time limits, no ads, and no hassle!

Developer Focused

Bridge the gap between development and production once and for all in a simple, easy and straightforward manner! Focus on your core products, and leave DevOps to us.

Simple & Predictable Pricing

No surprises, just simple and straightforward pricing, perfect for Django developers. Our plans align with your application growth, giving you the flexibility to scale up or down as required. Focus on your Django applications, knowing exactly what your costs will be.

Curious about whats
under the hood?

Back4app Containers is a combination of open-source tools. The platform was built using enterprise-grade, open-source products like:

Django project templates to start with

Accelerate your Django development journey on Back4app Containers with our Dockerized templates. These templates streamline Dockerfile construction, enabling swift and efficient deployment. Jumpstart your projects and focus on what truly matters - building amazing applications.

Python Django template

Explore our ready-to-deploy Django sample project for Back4app Containers. Your ideal guide to effortless Django application deployment.

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Python Flask template

Dive into our prepared Flask project for Back4app Containers. Your perfect blueprint for smooth Flask application deployment.

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Elixir Phoenix template

Explore our ready-made Elixir Phoenix template for Back4app Containers. A quick-start guide for effortless deployment of your Elixir Phoenix applications.

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What Is Django?

If you are a web developer, you must have heard about Django. As a high-level Python web framework, it empowers developers to build web applications that are both scalable and robust in a rapid and efficient manner. In this article, we'll cover everything you need to know about Django, from its features to its core advantages.

Django Introduction and Features

Written in Python and free to use, Django is an open-source web framework that adheres to the model-template-views architectural pattern. Since its inception in 2005, it has gained immense popularity and is now widely regarded as one of the most effective frameworks for constructing sophisticated and dynamic websites.

Django allows developers to build web applications with minimal coding, enabling them to focus more on logic instead of boilerplate code. It comes with a lot of features such as authentication, routing, authorization, object-relational mapping (ORM), templates, and database migrations that make it easier for developers to create complex web applications.

Core Features of Django

The Django framework has several core features that make it stand out from its counterparts. These include:
  1. Object-Relational Mapping (ORM): Django uses a powerful ORM that allows developers to interact with databases without writing SQL code.
  2. URL routing: Django follows an elegant URL routing approach that makes it easy to map URLs to views.
  3. Template system: Django's template system separates logic from presentation, making it easy to create dynamic and reusable templates.
  4. Admin interface: Django comes with an intuitive admin interface that enables developers to manage their application's data easily.
  5. Security: Django has several built-in security features that protect your web application against common attacks like cross-site scripting (XSS) and SQL injection.

Advantages of Django

Django has several advantages that make it a preferred choice for web developers worldwide. Some of these advantages include:
  • Rapid development: Django enables developers to build prototypes and minimum viable products (MVPs) quickly, thanks to its batteries-included philosophy.
  • Scalability: Django's scalable architecture allows developers to handle high-traffic web applications efficiently.
  • Reusability: Django's modular approach facilitates code reusability, making it easy to write maintainable and scalable applications.
  • Community support: Django has a vibrant community that contributes to its development and provides support to developers worldwide.

Why Use Back4app Containers?

Back4app Containers is a highly scalable and robust hosting platform that offers developers a user-friendly way of deploying and scaling their web applications. Its intuitive user interface and documentation make deployment seamless and hassle-free, allowing you to deploy your Django application within minutes.

Additionally, the platform offers horizontal and vertical scalability to ensure that your web application can handle high traffic without affecting performance. It provides a secure hosting environment with robust security features, protecting your application against common attacks such as cross-site scripting and SQL injection. Back4app Containers also guarantees high availability through multiple regions and automatic failover. With competitive pricing plans, it is an affordable option for startups and small businesses. Overall, Back4app Containers is a reliable hosting platform that meets the needs of Django developers looking to deploy and scale their web applications quickly and efficiently.
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