Overview
Hello Django Community! 
My name is Avinash Prajapati, and I am proposing a GSoC 2025 project to introduce a third-party package that automates the integration of frontend libraries like React and SolidJS with Django.
The Problem
Django is one of the most powerful web frameworks in Python, but beginner developers often struggle with frontend integration. Currently, there are three main ways to integrate a frontend like React with Django:
- Using Django templates (HTML, CSS, JS) – Limited for dynamic applications.
- Running Django & React separately and integrating via Django REST Framework (DRF) – Requires API management.
- Manually embedding a React app in Django – Works but lacks a streamlined, authentic setup.
Why Does This Matter?
- Beginners hesitate to choose Django for Fullstack Development due to frontend complexities.
- Developers working on AI/ML projects often need an easier way to integrate modern UI frameworks.
- A seamless setup will increase Django’s appeal for frontend-heavy applications.
What I Am Proposing
I propose creating a CLI tool and Django package that allows seamless integration of frontend libraries like React and SolidJS, providing a single development server and automating the setup process.
Key Features:
Provide a single development server for both Django and frontend libraries like React.
Automate frontend integration with commands to install, build, and serve React/SolidJS inside a Django project.
Reduce the need for manual Webpack/Vite setup by handling frontend builds inside Django.
Support both development and production environments.
Project Timeline
February 27 - March 24, 2025: Initial research and developer reviews on Django use.
April 8, 2025: Proposal submission deadline
May 8 - June 1, 2025: Community bonding period
June 2 - August 25, 2025: Active development
Milestone Breakdown
Phase 1: Research and Preparation (Weeks 1-2)
- Analyze existing Django-React integration methods.
- Identify challenges in fullstack Django development.
- Taken the opinions of with Django beginner developers and some experienced on for best practices.
Phase 2: Core Implementation (Weeks 3-6)
- Develop the CLI tool with frontend setup automation.
- Implement single-server execution for Django and React.
- Add frontend dependency management commands.
Phase 3: Testing and Validation (Weeks 7-9)
- Develop a comprehensive test suite.
- Test CLI commands across multiple environments.
- Validate performance and compatibility with Django projects.
Phase 4: Documentation and Deployment (Weeks 10-12)
- Write detailed documentation and usage guides.
- Prepare migration guides for existing Django projects.
- Finalize packaging and publish on PyPI.
Future Scope
Expand support for more frontend libraries like SolidJS, Vue.js, Svelte, and Astro.
Provide Single dev start server while managing the background process for seamless standlone development experience.
Maintaing deployment process concrete with built-in support for Heroku, AWS, and DigitalOcean.
Why This Project?
Beginner-Friendly – Reduces the learning curve for Django beginners.
Boosts Django’s Adoption – Encourages fullstack development with Django.
Streamlined Developer Experience – Eliminates manual frontend setup hassles.
Supports AI/ML Workflows – Makes Django a better fit for frontend-heavy AI applications.
Seeking Feedback & Mentorship
I’d love to collaborate with the Django community to refine this idea. Your feedback and guidance would be invaluable in shaping this proposal.
Proposal GitHub link will be made public based on positive responses from the Django mentors and community. 