django-models

Design Django models with business logic in methods and managers.

1|1|Updated Apr 8, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/AngelDann/app-comisions-dist --skill django-models
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Skill: django-models
Source: https://github.com/AngelDann/app-comisions-dist/tree/main/.cursor/skills/django-models
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/AngelDann/app-comisions-dist --skill django-models

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Web apps often crowd business rules into views; this skill promotes fat models and thin views by moving domain logic into models and managers for better testability and maintainability.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Encapsulate business logic in model methods and managers, including state transitions and validation.
  • Design models around domain concepts (choices, indexes, str, get_absolute_url) and reuse abstract base models for shared fields.
  • Leverage custom QuerySets and managers for reusable, chainable queries with proper optimization (select_related, prefetch_related).

Quick Start

Start by moving core business rules into model methods (and managers), then refactor views to call those methods and keep views thin.

Frequently Asked Questions about django-models

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I move business logic out of Django views into models?

Move business logic out of Django views by encapsulating state transitions and validation in fat model methods and custom managers, then refactoring views to call those methods for better testability and maintainability.

How do I create reusable and chainable queries in Django?

Create reusable and chainable queries in Django by designing custom QuerySets and managers that leverage proper optimization techniques like select_related and prefetch_related for efficient database access.

What is the fat model pattern in Django architecture?

The fat model pattern in Django architecture is a design approach that moves domain logic, validation, and state transitions into model methods and managers to keep views thin and improve testability.

How do I design Django models around domain concepts?

Design Django models around domain concepts by defining suitable field choices, applying database indexes, and implementing lifecycle methods like __str__ and get_absolute_url to represent business rules clearly.

When should I use custom managers versus model methods in Django?

Use custom managers in Django for table-level operations and chainable query logic, while using model methods for row-level business logic and state transitions to ensure proper separation of concerns.