django-ratings

Django-ratings is a highly functional ratings module that runs efficiently for the Django web framework. The module itself appends two additional fields on the model for optimization purposes: < field >_score, and < field >_votes fields, that are integer fields. Overall, the module is easy to install, ensuring any beginner can do it just as quickly as a pro.

To install the Django-ratings module, you can use an SVN checkout before running "django-ratings." After that, you need to navigate into the django-ratings directory and install it via the "python setup.py install" command. Once you have the module installed, you'll need to add it to your INSTALLED_APPS:

INSTALLED_APPS = (
'django.contrib.admin',
'django.contrib.auth',
'django.contrib.contenttypes',
'django.contrib.sessions',
'djangoratings',
)

Finally, run python manage.py syncdb in your app's directory to create the relevant tables. The Usage section of Django-ratings is user-friendly and can be implemented easily. The examples shown demo the process in a clear manner.

Using either RatingField or AnonymousRatingField is simple. AnonymousRatingField uses TEN_POINT_SCALE while RatingField choices are already defined in the module. In both cases, the rating system is handled within Django-ratings.

Adding and retrieving votes is effortless once you have the Django-ratings module installed. The add() function takes the score, the user who rated it, and the IP address from where the vote was made. Retrieving votes is equally as straightforward; use "myinstance_ai.get_rating()" and include the user and IP address.

Accessing information about the rating of an object is also an easy process; the votes and score can be accessed individually by using "myinstance.rating.votes" and "myinstance.rating.score," respectively. It's important to note that you cannot currently query the scores or votes directly; however, you can access them using attname_score and attname_votes.

In conclusion, I highly recommend Django-ratings for its simplicity and functionality. The module can significantly enhance the rating system of your Django web framework. The installation process is user-friendly, and the examples shown demonstrate precisely how to fully utilize the module's features.