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Creating Custom User Models in Django

In modern Django applications, authentication rarely stops at the default User model. Real-world projects demand flexibility—email-based login, custom fields, clean permission handling, and room to grow without painful migrations. This guide walks you through designing and implementing a robust custom user model from day one, following Django’s recommended patterns while avoiding common traps. By the end, you’ll have a future-proof authentication system that scales with your product.