Directus
Open-source data platform and headless CMS
Directus wraps any SQL database with a REST/GraphQL API and admin UI. Unlike traditional CMS, it works with your existing database schema.
Panel Reviews
The Builder
Developer Perspective
“Point it at any SQL database and get an instant API + admin UI. The most flexible headless CMS approach.”
The Skeptic
Reality Check
“Works with your existing database instead of forcing its own schema. Unique value proposition in the CMS space.”
The Futurist
Big Picture
“Database-first CMS makes more sense than CMS-first databases. Directus got the architecture right.”
Community Sentiment
“Works with existing database schema instead of fighting it — that's the killer feature”
“Directus replaced our custom admin panel in a weekend, the auto-generated CRUD is solid”
“Directus v10 flows are a game changer for backend automation without code”
“Finally a headless CMS that doesn't force you into their data model”