Learn how to build a full-stack app with Anvil
In this tutorial, we’ll take a tour of Anvil and build a simple feedback form. We’ll start from a blank page, and build up to a web app with database storage, email functionality and deployed on the web - all in nothing but Python.
The final app will look something like this:
The techniques you’ll learn in this tutorial are fundamental to building any Anvil app, and mastering them will give you a good understanding of how Anvil works.
You don't need any prior experience with Anvil or web development to complete this tutorial.
All you'll need is a little bit of Python. If you’re new to Python, here are some resources to help you get started.
Chapters
In this tutorial, you'll:Build your user interface
Build your UI using Anvil’s drag-and-drop editor.
Create your database
Use Data Tables to store feedback from your users.
Write server-side Python
Use a Server Module to write to the Data Table.
Write client-side Python
Write code to update the database when the submit button is clicked.
Send Emails
Make your app send you an email each time someone leaves feedback.
Optional: Challenge yourself
The best way to learn any new technology is to challenge your understanding. Why not challenge yourself to reinforce what you’ve learnt and learn more?