

Django ORM - Simon Charette
26 snips Apr 3, 2024
Django ORM expert Simon Charette discusses his journey from PHP to Django, contributions to ORM and typing enhancements, evolution of SQLite, optimizing web app performance, and fine-tuning ORM queries for efficiency.
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Wi-Fi Woes
- Simon Charette's first Python script bypassed his university's Wi-Fi portal.
- He used a signal emitted by Ubuntu to automate the login process.
Early Exposure
- Simon Charette's early exposure to computers stemmed from his father's work at CD Group.
- He experimented with Visual Basic, bash, and batch files, fostering his interest in programming.
Agency's Switch
- Simon Charette's agency transitioned to Django after his assessment of Symfony and Django.
- This move was prompted by a consultant's recommendation and the need to speed up development.