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Jinja Template Context

Using Template Context

Jinja template context passes Python data to templates.

What is Jinja Template Context?

Jinja template context is a mechanism that allows you to pass Python data into Jinja templates. This enables the dynamic rendering of HTML based on data from a Python application. Understanding how to leverage the template context is fundamental to creating interactive and data-driven web applications.

Creating a Basic Jinja Template

To utilize Jinja template context, you first need a basic understanding of Jinja templates. Here's a simple example of a Jinja template stored in a file named template.html:

Passing Data to Templates

To pass data to a Jinja template, you need to use a Python script to define the context. The context is a dictionary where keys are the variable names and values are the data you want to pass to the template. Here's a basic example:

Rendering Templates with Flask

In a Flask application, rendering a template with context is a common practice. Flask provides an easy way to do this using the render_template function. Here’s a simple example:

Common Use Cases for Template Context

The Jinja template context is versatile and can be used in various scenarios, such as:

  • Dynamic content: Displaying user-specific information like names, preferences, or messages.
  • Conditional rendering: Using conditional statements to show or hide content based on context data.
  • Loops: Iterating over lists or dictionaries to display a series of items, such as a list of products.

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