Complete Setup and Project Initiation on Ubuntu 22.04 LTS with Flask

Welcome to your Flask development environment on Ubuntu 22.04 LTS, provided by Home & Office Improvements. This guide will walk you through the final setup steps following the VM deployment from Azure and how to start your first project effectively.

Finalizing Your VM Setup

Once your Flask VM is deployed from Azure, a few simple steps will help you complete the setup and prepare for your first development project:

1. Accessing Your VM: Log into your Azure dashboard and navigate to "Virtual Machines" where you will find your new VM. Click on the VM to access its overview page where you can manage settings and connect to the VM.
2. Connecting to the VM: Use the 'Connect' button on the Azure portal's VM overview page, select 'SSH', and follow the detailed instructions provided to establish a secure connection using an SSH client from your local machine.
3. Initial Configuration: Once connected, update your VM's software packages by running: sudo apt-get update && sudo apt-get upgrade This ensures all components are up-to-date.
4. Environment Check: Verify that Flask is installed correctly by running: flask --version This should display the Flask version along with Python version details.

Starting Your First Flask Project

With the setup complete, you can now begin working on your first Flask application:

1. Create Your Project Directory: Use the command mkdir ~/my_flask_project && cd ~/my_flask_project to create and switch to a new directory for your Flask project.
2. Initializing a New Flask Application: Within your project directory, create a new Python file for your app, for instance, app.py, and add the following basic Flask code:

   from flask import Flask
   app = Flask(__name__)
   
   @app.route('/')
   def home():
       return 'Hello, Flask!'
   
   if __name__ == '__main__':
       app.run(debug=True)

   This code initializes a simple Flask app that returns "Hello, Flask!" at the root URL.
3. Run Your Flask Application: Start your application by typing: python3 app.py Navigate to http://[your-vm-ip-address]:5000 in your web browser to see your Flask app in action.
4. Develop and Expand: Build out your application by adding new routes, templates, and static files. Explore Flask’s extensive documentation for guidance on adding more complex functionalities.

Support and Resources

If you encounter any issues or require further assistance, please visit our support page at Home & Office Improvements Flask Support.

With these steps, you are well-prepared to take full advantage of your Flask development environment, streamlining your workflow and enhancing your productivity. This guide ensures that you have all the tools and knowledge necessary to launch successful projects using your new VM.