Why Django Templates Escape Variables by Default | Preventing XSS Attacks

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In this video, we dive into the important security feature of Django templates: the automatic escaping of variables. You'll learn why Django escapes variables by default and how this behavior helps protect your web applications from Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks.

🔒 What You'll Learn:
The significance of escaping user input in Django templates
How untrusted scripts can pose a security risk
A step-by-step demonstration of marking variables as safe
The consequences of bypassing the default escaping behavior

Whether you're a seasoned developer or just starting out, understanding this crucial aspect of Django will help you build more secure web applications. Don't risk your site's integrity---watch this informative tutorial and discover best practices for handling user input safely!