Flask WebDev with Advanced Data & Session Management Part 2

In this continuation of our tutorial series, we build on our understanding of databases and web development by creating a dynamic survey application using Flask and SQLAlchemy. This video guides viewers through setting up and using Jinja2 templates to create a cohesive and user-friendly survey interface.

We start by constructing a base template with essential HTML and CSS, ensuring consistency across all pages. We then develop the survey form, incorporating dynamic content that adjusts based on user input and session data. This includes using Jinja2 for conditional rendering and handling multiple survey questions within a single template.

Next, we focus on the results page, where survey responses are retrieved from the database and displayed. This involves looping through the database records using Jinja2 and presenting the data in a readable format. We also apply custom styles using a CSS file to enhance the visual appeal of our application.

The video concludes with running and debugging the application, addressing common issues like typos and misconfigurations. We demonstrate how to handle session management to reset the survey after completion, ensuring a seamless user experience. By the end of this tutorial, viewers will have a solid understanding of creating dynamic, database-driven web applications using Flask, Jinja2, and SQLAlchemy.

This video is designed to empower middle school students with practical skills in web development and programming, promoting hands-on learning and problem-solving in real-world scenarios.

00:01 Jinja2 Template: base.html
01:42 Jinja2 Template: survey.html
05:49 Jinja2 Template: results.html
06:54 Configure Styles
09:20 Run & Debug