Django Cart

Overview

django-cart is a straightforward application designed for managing session-based shopping carts within Django projects. With the flexibility to incorporate custom product models through the Django content type framework, it allows developers to seamlessly add and remove items from the cart while maintaining simplicity in implementation. This makes it an ideal choice for those looking to add basic e-commerce functionality to their Django applications without getting caught up in complex setups.

The project has recently been revitalized and now includes tests and South migrations, which enhance its reliability and ease of use. Although it originated as a fork of an older project, the current maintainer is committed to addressing existing issues while keeping the functionality intact and user-friendly.

Features

• Easy Integration: Simply add 'cart' to your INSTALLED_APPS and you're ready to start managing carts.
• Session-Based: Utilizes session management, allowing for temporary storage of cart items without requiring database persistence unless desired.
• Customizable Product Model: Leverage the Django content type framework to create and associate your own product models.
• Migration Support: Optional South migrations can be added for managing database changes effortlessly.
• Abandoned Project Revitalization: This version includes important updates like tests to ensure functionality and maintainability.
• Simplicity: Aims to keep the application straightforward, making it easy for developers to implement basic cart features without unnecessary complexity.
• Active Maintenance: The current maintainer is working to fix known issues, such as redundant database records, indicating that the project is actively improving.