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Create a CRM SaaS web application in Django and HTMX and hosted by PythonAnywhere

Project Setup

Define project requirements and features

Set up a version control system (e.g., Git)

Create a new Django project

Configure the project settings (DATABASES, ALLOWED_HOSTS, etc.)

Application Structure

Create necessary Django apps (e.g., users, contacts, leads)

Define models for the CRM entities (e.g., User, Contact, Lead)

Set up Django admin for easy data management

Frontend Development

Integrate HTMX for dynamic interactions

Design the user interface (UI) wireframes

Create templates for key pages (e.g., dashboard, contact list, lead details)

Implement HTMX for form submissions and dynamic updates

User Authentication

Set up user registration and login functionality

Implement user roles and permissions (e.g., admin, user)

Create password reset and account management features

API Development

Set up Django REST Framework for API endpoints

Create serializers for CRM models

Develop API views for CRUD operations

Testing

Write unit tests for models and views

Test HTMX interactions and frontend components

Perform user acceptance testing (UAT) with stakeholders

Deployment Preparation

Configure static and media files for production

Ensure database migrations are applied

Check environment variables and settings for production

Hosting on PythonAnywhere

Create an account on PythonAnywhere

Set up a new web app and choose the Django option

Configure the web app to point to your Django project

Upload your project files to PythonAnywhere

Set up the database in PythonAnywhere (if needed)

Update settings.py for production (DEBUG=False, ALLOWED_HOSTS, etc.)

Post-Deployment

Monitor application performance and logs

Set up error tracking and monitoring tools

Gather user feedback for future improvements

Plan for regular updates and maintenance

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