Module 5: Multi-Table Database Systems and Authentication
Master enterprise-level Flask applications with five-table database architecture, employee authentication systems, dynamic dashboards, and dual navigation for production-ready web applications.
Module Objectives
Five-Table Database Architecture
Design and implement complex five-table database systems with customer management, inventory, order processing, order details, and employee authentication for real-world applications.
Employee Authentication with Flask-Login
Build secure authentication systems using Flask-Login with password hashing, session management, login/logout flows, and cache control for back button prevention.
Dynamic Dashboards with Metrics
Create database-driven dashboards with real-time metrics, SQL JOIN queries across multiple tables, and recent activity displays for business intelligence.
Dual Navigation Systems
Implement separate navigation experiences for authenticated users (dashboard, business operations) and public users (home, about) with role-based access control.
Module Roadmap
Recommended Learning Path
Follow this sequence for optimal learning:
Each step builds upon the previous one, so following this order will give you the best learning experience.
Prerequisites
Before starting this module, make sure you have:
- Completion of Module 1, 2, 3, and 4
- Understanding of database relationships and Flask Blueprints
- Experience with modal-based CRUD operations and dropdown functionality
- Knowledge of Bootstrap 5, HTML forms, and basic authentication concepts
- MySQL Workbench proficiency and JawsDB MySQL connection experience
Key Technologies
What You'll Learn
Module 5 elevates students to enterprise-level web application development with sophisticated five-table database systems and employee authentication. Learn to design Pizza Management Systems (or similar multi-table applications) with customer management, inventory tracking, order processing with details, sales tax calculations, and secure employee authentication. Master Flask-Login integration, dynamic dashboards with real-time metrics from complex SQL JOINs, dual navigation systems for authenticated and public users, and AI-assisted development workflows. This module prepares students for production-ready applications with authentication, complex data relationships, session management, and professional user interfaces that handle real-world business requirements.