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# [Django Custom User Model](https://rekib-ahmed023.hashnode.dev/django-custom-user-model?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

This blog post will discuss the need for a custom User model. We will build the User model from scratch, the steps involved in creating one in Django, and some best practices for managing a custom User model. Why use a custom User model? You might wa...

Apr 28, 2023 · 4 min read · rekib-ahmed023.hashnode.dev  
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Experienced Software Engineer with a demonstrated history of working in the information technology and services industry. Skilled in Django developement, Python development, React development and GoLang development. Strong engineering professional with a Bachelor of Technology focused in Computer Science and Engineering from The Assam Royal Global University.

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[Samuel Abereoje](https://hashnode.com/@Samuelabereoje)

[Apr 29, 2023](https://hashnode.com/posts/django-custom-user-model/644c21923c25513651b19d6e/comment/644c64124217a5a862b0f409)

educative plus your code is clean

[Rekib Ahmed](https://hashnode.com/@rekib0023)

[Apr 29, 2023](https://hashnode.com/posts/django-custom-user-model/644c21923c25513651b19d6e/comment/644c64124217a5a862b0f409#reply-644d0fb5fde15ba8325c1a6c)

Thanks for your kind words! I'm glad you find my work helpful and easy to follow.