Most Django scaling guides focus on theoretical maximums. But real scaling isn’t about handling hypothetical millions of users - it’s about system

The Practical Guide to Scaling Django

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Most Django scaling guides focus on theoretical maximums. But real scaling isn’t about handling hypothetical millions of users - it’s about systematically eliminating bottlenecks as you grow. Here’s how to do it right, based on patterns that work in production.

Django is the framework of choice for many of the largest web applications (e.g. Instagram, Pinterest, etc.). But it’s not hard to get bogged down by common pitfalls.

Remember: Django can handle more load than most people think when properly optimized. Start simple, measure everything, and scale what actually needs scaling.

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