About The Author & Technical Reviewer

Born in Buenos Aires (la Ciudad de la Furia), Argentina, Leonardo Luis Lazzaro has always been fascinated by the idea of building something out of nothing. His first contact with computers began early, fueled by classic video games such as Maniac Mansion and Monkey Island. At just 12 years old, Leonardo was running his own Bulletin Board System (BBS) using ProBoardBBS Software, making him one of the youngest members of these online communities in Argentina. The BBS allowed him to meet other tech enthusiasts who introduced him to the world of programming. His fascination with computer demos from the demoscene became a major source of motivation for his continued discovery in Programming.

Leonardo’s academic path led him to study computer science at the prestigious Facultad de Ciencias Exactas, Universidad de Buenos Aires (UBA). He then embarked on a Ph.D. in drug discovery, trying to apply his computational skills to solve complex challenges through GPU simulations. However, his journey took a turn, leading him away from the academia and he became a Ph.D. dropout.

With 12 years of experience in Python, Leonardo has developed a profound expertise in this programming language. He is proficient in several Python frameworks, including Flask, Pyramid, Django, and FastAPI, among others, showcasing his versatility and deep understanding of web development and application design.

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ABOUT TECHNICAL REVIEWER

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David Wobrock is a seasoned software engineer with extensive experience in backend web development, cybersecurity, and developer experience. As an active contributor to Django, he plays a significant role in the Django Triage & Review team, showcasing his commitment to the advancement of the framework. His primary focus within Django revolves around contributions to the Django ORM and database migrations. Additionally, David is dedicated to maintaining open- source Python packages within the Django ecosystem.

He has worked for several startups, contributing not only to the growth of their technical stacks by developing reliable and secure software but also enhancing team efficiency by providing internal tools, guidelines, and best practices within organizations. He believes that having the right tools—ones that make it easy for developers to do the right thing— is essential for building a great developer experience. Thus, when these tools enable teams, they not only become more efficient but also build more reliable, scalable, and secure products.