Django vs FastAPI

The web framework for perfectionists with deadlines meets the python framework that makes you feel like a genius, until you realize you're just using type hints. Here's our take.

Django

Nice Pick

The web framework for perfectionists with deadlines. Batteries included, but you might need to replace a few.

Pros

• Built-in admin interface saves weeks of CRUD work
• ORM makes database interactions feel like Python, not SQL
• Security features (CSRF, XSS protection) are baked in by default
• Scalable from prototype to enterprise with minimal fuss

Cons

• Monolithic structure can feel bloated for simple APIs
• Learning curve steeper than microframeworks like Flask
• Admin customization requires digging into the source sometimes

FastAPI

The Python framework that makes you feel like a genius, until you realize you're just using type hints.

Pros

• Automatic OpenAPI documentation generation
• Built-in data validation with Pydantic
• Async support out of the box

Cons

• Dependency injection can get messy in large projects
• Steeper learning curve for beginners compared to Flask

The Verdict

Use Django if: You want built-in admin interface saves weeks of crud work and can live with monolithic structure can feel bloated for simple apis.

Use FastAPI if: You prioritize automatic openapi documentation generation over what Django offers.

The Bottom Line

Django wins

The web framework for perfectionists with deadlines. Batteries included, but you might need to replace a few.