Basics
Jinja Data Types
Jinja Data Types
Jinja data types include strings numbers and lists from Python.
Introduction to Jinja Data Types
Jinja is a powerful templating engine for Python, and it inherits many of its data types from Python itself. In this post, we will explore the primary data types used in Jinja, including strings, numbers, and lists. Understanding these data types is essential for creating dynamic and efficient templates.
Strings in Jinja
Strings in Jinja are similar to Python strings and can be defined using either single or double quotes. They are used to represent text data.
In this example, we define a string variable greeting and then output its value using the {{ ... }} delimiters.
Numbers in Jinja
Jinja also supports numeric data types, which include integers and floating-point numbers. These are used for performing arithmetic operations within templates.
Here, number is an integer, and float_number is a floating-point number. Both can be rendered or used in calculations within a Jinja template.
Lists in Jinja
Lists in Jinja are borrowed from Python lists and can hold multiple items. They are particularly useful for iterating over a collection of data.
In this code snippet, a list named fruits is defined. The {% for fruit in fruits %} loop iterates over each item in the list, generating an HTML list element for each fruit.
Conclusion
Understanding these basic data types in Jinja helps in creating more dynamic and interactive templates. As you continue learning, you'll see how these data types can be combined with Jinja filters and tests to manipulate data effectively.
