How to create Django projects in PyCharm Community Edition

PyCharm is a widely used Integrated Development Environment (IDE) for professional Python developers, particularly valued for its intelligent features. This guide focuses on using the free Community Edition of PyCharm to create a Django application, starting with setting up the necessary prerequisites like Python and PyCharm itself. It provides a step-by-step walkthrough for installing Django, setting up a virtual environment, and creating a starter Django project and app. The guide explains how to configure the app within PyCharm, including setting up necessary files and directories and using the command line to run the Django server. It also covers creating an admin user for the Django admin panel and provides instructions for setting up a simple "Hello World" application, demonstrating how to render templates and define URLs. Additionally, the guide highlights some of the features of the Community Edition of PyCharm, such as its graphical debugger and test runner, and mentions the additional functionalities available in the Professional Edition.