Django Chat pretix - Raphael Michel
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Dec 11, 2024 Raphael Michel, the mastermind behind Rami.io and the Pretix ticketing system, discusses his journey from PHP to Django and the challenges of event organization. He shares insights on innovations in ticketing, including multilingual support and the hurdles of hybrid events post-pandemic. Raphael dives into Django development practices, database management complexities, and the importance of community engagement. He also highlights the integration of HTMX and the delicate balance of coding and business roles in tech management.
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Django Internship
- Raphael Michel was offered a Django internship as a teenager after the CEO saw his website.
- This led him to switch from PHP to Django for all new projects.
PHP to Django
- Django's documentation assumes users are coming from PHP, reflecting the common transition at the time.
- Remnants of this transition persist in the request object and date formatting.
Organizing DjangoCon Europe
- If you're considering organizing DjangoCon Europe, reach out to past organizers or the support group.
- Getting firsthand information and a feel for the process is invaluable.