Question 1

How to install FastAPI Admin without Docker?

Accepted Answer

You can install via pip and configure manually, but the examples rely on Docker Compose for Redis and database setup, so be prepared for additional manual steps.

Question 2

FastAPI Admin vs Django Admin: which is better for async projects?

Accepted Answer

FastAPI Admin is built for async with FastAPI, offering better performance for real-time needs, while Django Admin is more mature and integrated with Django's ecosystem.

Question 3

Can I use FastAPI Admin with PostgreSQL?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it supports PostgreSQL through TortoiseORM by setting the DATABASE_URL in your .env file to a PostgreSQL connection string, as shown in the documentation.

Question 4

How to add custom columns to the admin list view?

Accepted Answer

Extend the admin classes to override field configurations, though this requires understanding of TortoiseORM and the admin's internal structure.

Question 5

Is FastAPI Admin suitable for large-scale production?

Accepted Answer

It's performant and secure, but being a younger project, it may have fewer battle-tested features and community support compared to Django Admin.

Question 6

How to change the theme or UI in FastAPI Admin?

Accepted Answer

Since it uses Tabler, you can customize CSS or override templates, but this involves modifying frontend assets and may require deeper technical knowledge.

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