Day 22 of #100DaysOfCode in Python: Taking the First Step with Flask
2 min readDec 20, 2023
1. Flask: An Introduction
Flask is a lightweight, “micro” web framework written in Python. It’s designed to make getting started with web development quick and easy, without the overhead of learning a full-stack framework. With Flask, you can develop web applications, from simple single-page sites to more complex database-driven ones.
2. Why Choose Flask?
- Simplicity and Flexibility: Flask gives developers the flexibility to structure their projects as they like, without enforcing any particular project or code layout.
- Extensions: Flask can be easily extended with modules to add functionalities like database integration, form validation, authentication, and more.
- Great for Beginners: Its simplicity makes it a great choice for those new to web development and Python.
3. Building Your First Flask App
Setting Up:
- Install Flask:
pip install Flask
- Create a new Python file, say
app.py
.
Basic Flask App:
from flask import Flask
app = Flask(__name__)
@app.route('/')
def hello():
return "Hello, World!"
if __name__ == "__main__"…