Directus

Directus is a developer-friendly headless CMS that connects directly to your existing SQL database—whether PostgreSQL, MySQL, MS SQL, SQLite, or others—and instantly generates REST and GraphQL APIs. This eliminates the need to build backend infrastructure from scratch, enabling faster application development and deployment while keeping your data under your complete control. The platform provides a visual studio interface for managing complex content, digital assets, and user permissions without requiring custom coding. Teams can work collaboratively on live data, with role-based access control ensuring secure, autonomous data management across developers, content creators, and AI systems simultaneously. Beyond content management, Directus functions as a flexible backend-as-a-service solution supporting headless commerce, product information management, and custom business logic. Its visual automation builder allows you to orchestrate content and data workflows without writing code, while policy-based access control ensures data security across all user types. For developers needing advanced customization, Directus supports custom code extensions—including custom endpoints, hooks, interfaces, and modules—enabling you to build unique functionality tailored to your specific requirements. The platform's AI-ready architecture includes a native MCP server and structured data layer, making it compatible with modern AI tools and workflows.