Sync or Async? Unpacking the Mysteries of Django Signals

Django is a popular web framework for Python developers, known for its robustness, flexibility, and security. One of the features that make Django powerful is its signal system. Signals allow developers to trigger certain actions when specific events occur, such as when a model is saved or deleted. However, there is often confusion about whether Django signals are asynchronous or not. In this article, we will explore this question and discuss the tradeoffs associated with using Django signals.