5 Essential Tips for HTML to Django Conversion

Converting HTML templates to Django can be challenging. Here are five essential tips to make your conversion process smooth and efficient.

1. Organize Your Static Files

Before starting the conversion, organize your static files properly:

static/
├── css/
│   └── style.css
├── js/
│   └── script.js
└── images/
    └── logo.png

2. Use Template Inheritance

Break your HTML into reusable components:

    {% block head %}{% endblock %}


    {% include 'navbar.html' %}
    {% block content %}{% endblock %}
    {% include 'footer.html' %}

3. Handle Static Files Correctly

Always use Django's static template tags:

{% load static %}

4. Implement URL Routing

Replace hardcoded URLs with Django URL tags:

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5. Add Form Protection

Secure your forms with CSRF protection:

    {% csrf_token %}