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@@ -14,4 +14,17 @@ IMPORTANT: When a Python package is needed, only use UV to add it:
 ```bash
 uv add <package>
 ```
-Do not attempt to install packages using any other method.
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+Do not attempt to install packages using any other method.
+
+## Django Management Commands
+IMPORTANT: When running any Django manage.py commands (migrations, shell, etc.), always use UV:
+```bash
+uv run manage.py <command>
+```
+This applies to all management commands including but not limited to:
+- Making migrations: `uv run manage.py makemigrations`
+- Applying migrations: `uv run manage.py migrate`
+- Creating superuser: `uv run manage.py createsuperuser`
+- Starting shell: `uv run manage.py shell`
+
+NEVER use `python manage.py` or `uv run python manage.py`. Always use `uv run manage.py` directly.
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