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PocketBase

Open Source realtime backend in 1 file

5.0•17 reviews•

218 followers

Open Source realtime backend in 1 file

5.0•17 reviews•

218 followers

Databases and backend frameworks

PocketBase is an open source Go backend that has embedded realtime database, files and users management, admin UI and REST-ish API, all compiled in 1 portable file. Think of it as a lightweight alternative to Firebase or Supabase.

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Launched in 2022 View 1 launch

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PocketBase is highly praised for its simplicity, efficiency, and flexibility, making it an excellent choice for startups and MVP development. Makers of Sidenote appreciate its open-source authentication and database UI, while Taim highlights its ease in handling authentication and data. Wanderer values the headstart and flexibility provided by its hooks. Users commend its fast setup, self-hosting capabilities, and cost-effectiveness, making it a robust, developer-friendly solution for building and scaling applications swiftly.

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self-hosting capability (4)

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2yr ago

used PocketBase to build Taim

(162 points)

Simplicity, made authentication and data handling so easy.

7mo ago

used PocketBase to build

(213 points)

Pocketbase has been great for getting off the ground with an open-source authentication system and database UI. It is surprisingly efficient, and with liteFS we have been able to continue using it without any performance issues.

11mo ago