Backend Articles
Browse 25 articles about Backend.
How to Run Parallel AI Coding Agents With Git Worktrees
Run multiple Claude Code sessions simultaneously without conflicts. This guide covers git worktrees, database branching, and port isolation for parallel agents.
How to Build a Spec-Driven App with a Real Backend, Database, and Auth
Spec-driven development compiles a plain-language spec into full-stack apps with real backends and databases — no drag-and-drop, no prompt-and-hope.
How to Use Git Worktrees with Claude Code for Parallel Development
Git worktrees let multiple Claude Code agents work on separate branches simultaneously. Learn how to set them up, isolate databases, and avoid port conflicts.
Deploying AI Apps: The Hidden Infrastructure Costs Nobody Warns You About
A $800 Vercel bill from two weeks of AI-assisted shipping. Here's what default platform settings cost you and how to configure deployments correctly.
10 Things That Break When Your App Doesn't Have a Real Backend
Frontend-only apps look great until users show up. Here are 10 things that break without a real backend — and why they matter for your product.
The Hidden Cost of Wiring Up Your Own Infrastructure
Databases, auth, deployment, APIs — every app needs them. Here's an honest look at how much time and money goes into infrastructure before you ship.
How to Think About App Architecture Before You Start Building
Good architecture decisions made early save weeks later. Here's a practical framework for thinking through your app's backend, data model, and user flows.
What Is a Backend? A Plain-English Explanation for Non-Developers
The backend is what makes an app work behind the scenes. Here's what it actually is, what it does, and why it matters for apps you want to ship.
What Is a Database Schema? How App Data Is Structured
A database schema defines how your data is organized. Here's what it is, how it works, and why getting it right early matters for your app.
What Is a Full-Stack App? Frontend, Backend, and Database Explained
Full-stack means the whole application — frontend, backend, and database. Here's what each layer does and why all three matter for production apps.
What Is a REST API? How Apps Talk to Each Other
REST APIs are how most web apps communicate. Here's what they are, how they work, and what you need to know when building or consuming one.
What Is an ORM? How Developers Query Databases Without Writing SQL
An ORM lets you interact with a database using code instead of SQL. Here's what it is, how it works, and when it's the right choice for your app.
What Is SQLite? The Database That Runs Inside Your App
SQLite is a self-contained database that runs without a server. Here's what it is, how it works, and when it's the right choice for your app.
What Is User Authentication? How Login Systems Actually Work
Authentication is how apps verify who you are. Here's how login systems work under the hood — sessions, tokens, verification codes, and roles.
Why SQLite Is a Better Default Database Than You Think
SQLite gets dismissed as a toy database. Here's why that's wrong — and why it's the right default for most web apps in 2025.
Best Backend Platforms for Indie Hackers in 2026
A practical guide to the best backend platforms for solo builders — comparing Supabase, Firebase, Neon, and others on DX, pricing, and scale.
How to Add Authentication to Your Web App: A Developer's Guide
A practical guide to adding real auth to a web app — covering sessions, verification codes, roles, and the common mistakes developers make.
How to Build a Dashboard App: Backend, Database, and UI
A practical guide to building a dashboard app from scratch — covering data models, API design, frontend components, and real-time updates.
How to Choose a Backend for Your App in 2026
A practical guide to choosing the right backend for your app — covering managed platforms, databases, auth, and how to avoid overbuilding.
How to Set Up a Managed Database for Your Web App
A practical guide to choosing and setting up a managed database for your web app — covering SQL vs NoSQL, migrations, and what to look for.