cookiecutter-django-rest is a project template that helps developers quickly scaffold production-ready Django REST APIs with modern Python development practices. It provides a complete foundation including authentication, user accounts, documentation, and testing infrastructure out of the box. The template emphasizes:
- Modern Python (Python 3.13+)
- Bleeding edge Django (Django 5.0+)
- Dockerized development with PostgreSQL
- Complete test coverage and CI integration
- Always current dependencies via pyup.io
Key features include:
- Pre-configured Django REST Framework integration
- Docker-compose setup for local development
- Continuous integration ready
- Slim but robust foundation (just enough to maximize productivity)
Perfect for developers who need to build scalable APIs quickly while maintaining high quality standards.
