django-patterns

Structure Django projects with split settings and optimized ORM patterns.

Updated May 9, 2026
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Skill: django-patterns
Source: https://github.com/kk20300113-png/my-claude-skills/tree/main/django-patterns
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/kk20300113-png/my-claude-skills --skill django-patterns-kk20300113-png

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill solves the common pain points of building disorganized, unscalable, or hard-to-maintain Django applications by providing vetted, production-grade architecture patterns and best practices for core Django components including ORM, DRF, caching, and middleware.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Standardized project structure: Predefined split settings and app layout for development, testing, and production environments to ensure consistency across teams.
  • Optimized Django ORM & DRF patterns: Custom QuerySets, serializers, ViewSets, service layers, and N+1 query prevention techniques for performant, maintainable API code.
  • Use Case: Imagine you are building a multi-user e-commerce platform with Django and DRF. Use this Skill to implement a clean project structure, optimized product queries, and secure API endpoints without reinventing common production patterns.

Quick Start

Use the django-patterns skill to scaffold a production-ready Django project with split settings, custom QuerySets, and DRF ViewSets for a new product management API.

Frequently Asked Questions about django-patterns

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

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How do I prevent N+1 queries in Django ORM and optimize API performance?

Preventing N+1 queries in Django ORM requires using custom QuerySets with proper database indexing and select_related to optimize API performance. This pattern eliminates redundant database calls in DRF ViewSets.

What is the best way to structure a production-ready Django project?

The best way to structure a production-ready Django project is using predefined split settings and app layouts for development, testing, and production environments to ensure maintainable, scalable code across teams.

How do I implement caching and middleware in Django REST Framework?

Implementing caching and middleware in DRF involves configuring standardized production patterns for secure environment-specific settings and performance tuning to build maintainable API endpoints without reinventing common architectures.

Does this Django service layer pattern work for multi-user e-commerce platforms?

Yes, the Django service layer separation pattern works for multi-user e-commerce platforms by providing optimized product queries, clean project structure, and secure API endpoints via DRF ViewSets and custom serializers.

When do I need split settings for Django application development?

You need split settings for Django application development when configuring secure environment-specific settings for development, testing, and production environments to ensure consistency and maintainability across teams.