eb-py-flask-signup
A Python Flask sample application with Bootstrap for a scalable customer signup form deployed on AWS Elastic Beanstalk.
What is eb-py-flask-signup?
eb-py-flask-signup is a Python sample application that demonstrates how to build a customer signup form using the Flask framework and Bootstrap. It is designed to be deployed on AWS Elastic Beanstalk, storing data in Amazon DynamoDB and sending notifications via Amazon SNS. The project solves the problem of providing a scalable, AWS-integrated web form template for developers to learn from or use as a starting point.
Developers learning to build and deploy Python web applications on AWS, particularly those interested in Flask, Elastic Beanstalk, and integrating with AWS services like DynamoDB and SNS.
Developers choose this project because it offers a complete, working example with clear AWS integration, instructional videos, and customizable features like dynamic themes, making it an excellent educational resource and practical starting point for similar applications.
Overview
This is a Python sample application that demonstrates building a simple, scalable customer signup form. It uses the Flask web framework and Bootstrap for the frontend, and is designed to be deployed on AWS Elastic Beanstalk. The application stores submitted data in Amazon DynamoDB and publishes notifications to Amazon SNS when a form is completed.
Key Features
- Dynamic Bootstrap Themes — Supports multiple Bootstrap themes from Bootswatch, which can be changed dynamically via an environment variable.
- Flask Debugging Control — Allows toggling of Flask debugging mode through an environment variable in the Elastic Beanstalk console.
- AWS Integration — Seamlessly integrates with AWS services including Elastic Beanstalk for deployment, DynamoDB for data storage, and SNS for notifications.
- Instructional Videos — Includes a quick 3-part video series guiding users through deployment, usage, and customization.
Philosophy
The project serves as a practical, ready-to-deploy example for developers learning to build and deploy web applications on AWS using Python and Flask.
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