Ask HN: How did you get started with django?

Hello HN,

I'd like to get some insight about how you got started with django. I've completed the django tutorial, but I don't feel like I have a good grasp of the framework yet. I plan on completing these two tutorials afterwards.

http://net.tutsplus.com/tutorials/python-tutorials/building-ribbit-with-django/

http://gettingstartedwithdjango.com

I'm hoping that I feel confident enough after those tutorials to begin my own project. Share your own experiences and I'd appreciate any suggestions.