Directus is a modern, open-source data platform designed to manage and interact with your database content through a flexible and user-friendly interface. It acts as a headless CMS and API layer that sits on top of SQL databases, enabling users to easily create, read, update, and delete content without the need for custom backend development. Directus offers powerful features such as role-based access control, custom workflows, and real-time GraphQL and RESTful APIs, making it ideal for both technical teams and non-technical users who want to manage structured content efficiently. Its extensible architecture supports a wide range of use cases, from simple content management to complex data-driven applications.
By decoupling the content management from the presentation layer, Directus allows developers to build frontends with any technology stack while providing editors with an intuitive admin app to manage content. It supports various SQL databases including MySQL, PostgreSQL, and SQLite, making it highly versatile for different environments. Whether you’re building websites, mobile apps, or enterprise applications, Directus offers a streamlined and customizable solution to manage your data infrastructure.