Django Extensions
Django extensions is a package having a collection of useful extensions for Django. It provides wide range of useful extensions to improve overall productivity.
Prerequisites:
- Django 3.2 or later
Features:
- Shell_plus provides an enhanced shell feature with preloaded files and variables.
- Show_urls shows all URL patterns defined in the application.
- Assists job scheduling but cron is still required.
Configuration:
Installing the extensions using pip:
pip install django-extensions
In the settings.py file add installed apps:
INSTALLED_APPS = [
# Other installed apps
'django_extensions',
]
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