Django channels : create your own web chat application
Learn Django Channels to build powerful real-time web applications with WebSockets
Updated on Mar, 2026
Language - English
Programming,Web Development,Django
Lectures -63
Resources -1
Duration -6.5 hours
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Course Description
Learn the basics of building real-time web applications using Django Channels and the handling of Web Sockets, asynchronous tasks, and live updates. Beginning with basics, the course details how to integrate Django Channels into existing Django projects, manage real-time data, and work on asynchronous Python. From setting up a connection from a Web Socket to deploying an application for production, everything's covered in this course. At the end of this course, you will be able to develop very interactive and scalable applications using Django Channels. This is ideal for developers who want to include real-time functionality in their web applications.
Goals
Now, get the basics of Django Channels, which Django provides to handle real-time web applications.
Use Web Sockets that provide facilities for real-time server-client interaction.
Employ asynchronous Python to deal with multiple connections and tasks efficiently.
Develop real-time features such as notifications, live updates, and chat applications.
Deploy a Django Channels application in a production environment.
Integrate Django Channels with an already existing project on Django.
Master Django Channels layers to handle multiple protocols such as HTTP and Web Sockets, and Django.
Prerequisites
Basic understanding of Django framework
Curriculum
Check out the detailed breakdown of what’s inside the course
Preparing the environment
5 Lectures
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Install python
02:07
02:07
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Install visual studio code (the editor)
01:46
01:46
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Install extensions for visual studio code
03:42
03:42
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Virtual Environments
13:07
13:07
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Install python's libraries
04:02
04:02
Creating the project
2 Lectures
Introduction to our plan
1 Lectures
Introduction to Asynchronous and Synchronous
1 Lectures
Introduction to ASGI
5 Lectures
Introduction to channels
5 Lectures
Add channels in our project
4 Lectures
Client side
3 Lectures
Consumers
5 Lectures
Channels' Middleware
2 Lectures
The scope
3 Lectures
Channels' Layers
6 Lectures
Complete the project
19 Lectures
The last thing
2 Lectures
Instructor Details
Mohammed Almalki
Mohammed Almalki is a dedicated instructor and industry professional who is passionate about sharing practical knowledge with learners from diverse backgrounds. With strong experience in his field, he focuses on simplifying complex concepts and turning them into easy-to-understand lessons that students can apply in real-world situations.
His teaching style is clear, structured, and beginner-friendly, making it easier for students to build confidence as they progress through the course. Mohammed believes in combining theory with practical examples so learners not only understand the concepts but also know how to use them effectively.
Through his courses, he aims to help students develop valuable skills, stay updated with modern tools and practices, and advance in their careers.
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