Getting Started

Welcome to the Modern Django template! This section will help you get up and running quickly.

Prerequisites

Before you begin, ensure you have the following installed:

• Python 3.14+ — The template uses modern Python features
• uv — Fast Python package manager (install uv)
• Docker & Docker Compose — For running infrastructure services

What's Covered

• Quick Start

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  Get the application running in 5 minutes with minimal setup.

  → Quick Start

• Development Environment

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  Complete setup for local development including IDE configuration.

  → Development Environment

• Project Structure

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  Understand the directory layout and module organization.

  → Project Structure

Recommended Path

1. Start with Quick Start to verify everything works
2. Read Project Structure to understand the codebase layout
3. Follow a Tutorial to add your first feature
4. Study Core Concepts to understand the architecture