Firebase

Firebase — It is a mobile and web-based application development platform created by Google. It provides a ready-made backend infrastructure, including authentication, cloud databases, file storage, cloud functions, and analytics. It is ideal for creating SaaS products without having to write a backend from scratch.

Short description

Authentication: Ready-made solutions for logging in via email/password, Google, Facebook, Apple and other providers. Databases: Two types of databases — Firestore (flexible NoSQL) and Realtime Database (real-time). Cloud Functions: Server functions for events (for example, sending emails, processing payments). File Storage: Cloud storage for images, videos and other media. Hosting: Fast and reliable static file hosting with support for custom domains and SSL. Analytics and Monitoring: Integration with Google Analytics, Crashlytics, Performance Monitoring. Local Development: Firebase Emulator Suite allows you to test all services locally without a public launch.

Cost

Free rate (Spark): Free — suitable for prototypes and small projects. Pay as you go (Blaze): Pay only for what you use — suitable for production. There are no fixed monthly payments — it all depends on the use of resources. More information about prices: https://firebase.google.com/pricing

Supported operating systems

• macOS
• Windows
• Linux

It works through the CLI (‘firebase-tools`) and the browser interface.

Disadvantages

Limited customization of the backend: Additional infrastructure may be required for complex business logic. It is not always cheap: With high loads, the cost may rise. Google Dependency: Migrating to another platform can be laborious. Scalability: Enterprise solutions sometimes require additionalsetup or microservice architecture.

To learn more and start using the platform, visit the official website.: https://firebase.google.com/