System Design

Next.js vs. React + Vite (2026)

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Introduction In 2026, “React” is no longer just a library, it is an ecosystem divided in two. On one side, you have the Next.js juggernaut—a full-stack framework that handles routing, server-side rendering (SSR), and API routes out of the box. It is powerful, but it is heavy. On the other side, you have React + … Read more

Supabase vs. Firebase (2026): The Architect’s Choice for SaaS Backends

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Introduction For the last decade, if you wanted to build a mobile app without managing servers, the default answer was Google Firebase. It was easy, fast, and real-time. But in 2026, the default answer has shifted. Supabase (the self-proclaimed “Open Source Firebase alternative”) has matured from a hype-train into a production-ready beast. As a Solution … Read more