Building a One-Page Shopping Mall with Flask and MongoDB
Introduction
Python's versatility in crafting marvelous projects never ceases to amaze me. This week at Sparta Coding Club, we delved into the world of backend development, exploring the power of Flask and MongoDB. Join me on this journey as we build a one-page shopping mall, leveraging Flask's elegance and MongoDB's scalability.
Exploring Flask and MongoDB
Flask: A Lightweight Powerhouse
Flask, a lightweight yet robust web framework for Python, became the centerpiece of our exploration. Its simplicity and flexibility empower developers to create sophisticated web applications with ease.
MongoDB: Scalability and Ease of Management
To manage our data, we turned to MongoDB. Renowned for its scalability and ease of management, MongoDB Atlas served as our database solution.
Setting Up Our Project
Step 1: Installing and Working with Flask
We kickstarted our project by installing Flask using pip:
pip install Flask
Next, we created a new Python file for our application, aptly named app.py
.
Step 2: Initializing Our Flask Application
from Flask import Flask
app = Flask(__name__)
Step 3: Setting Up the Database
With MongoDB Atlas as our trusted database, we defined the schema for our orders, including essential details such as customer order ID, product information, quantity, and customer contact details.
Step 4: Creating API Endpoints
We defined API endpoints for making an order (POST
) and viewing the order list (GET
). This involved leveraging Flask's routing capabilities and specifying the appropriate HTTP methods.
Step 5: Implementing the Order Logic
For the POST
route, we extracted order details from the request and inserted them into the database. For the GET
route, we queried the database for all orders and returned them to the user.
Frontend Development
Crafting the HTML Page
We designed a simple yet intuitive HTML page, complete with a form for placing orders and a section to display the order list.
Testing Our Application
Running Tests
We ran our Flask application and tested both the order creation and retrieval functionalities. Ensuring that the database updates correctly and the order list displays the latest information was crucial.
Code and Output Screenshots
Reflections
The Rewarding Journey
The journey of developing a one-page shopping mall with Flask and MongoDB has been both enlightening and rewarding. Through meticulous planning and execution, we transformed our vision into a fully functional web application.
Future Endeavors
As we continue to refine and expand upon this project, we remain committed to exploring new technologies and pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the realm of web development.
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