Content Modeling Best Practices
Discover proven strategies for designing content models that scale. Learn about relationships, component fields, and dynamic zones in Strapi.
Jamie ParkFebruary 1, 2026
The Art of Content Modeling
Content modeling is the process of defining how your content is structured, organized, and related. A well-designed content model makes your application easier to build, maintain, and scale.
Key Principles
1. Start with Your Content Strategy
Before creating any content types, map out what content you need and how it relates.
2. Keep It Flexible
Use Strapi's dynamic zones and components to create reusable content blocks.
Conclusion
Investing time in content modeling early pays dividends throughout your project's lifecycle.