Overview
Building a modern SaaS application requires a carefully selected technology stack that ensures scalability, performance, security, and long-term maintainability. This includes front-end frameworks, back-end languages, databases, and DevOps tools.
Front-End Technologies
- React: Component-based library for dynamic interfaces
- TypeScript: Type-safe JavaScript superset improving code reliability
- Redux: State management for complex UI workflows
- TailwindCSS: Utility-first styling for responsive design
Back-End Technologies
- Node.js: Event-driven runtime for scalable APIs
- Go: High-performance language for concurrent workloads
- Python: Versatile scripting for business logic and AI features
- Rust: Safety-focused systems language for high-stability services
Databases and Storage
- PostgreSQL: Relational DB with multi-tenancy support
- MongoDB: NoSQL document store for flexible schemas
- Redis: In-memory store for caching and session handling
DevOps and Infrastructure
- Docker + Kubernetes: Containerization and orchestration
- CI/CD Tools: GitHub Actions, GitLab CI for automated testing and deployment
- AWS / GCP / Azure: Cloud platforms for hosting and scaling
Best Practices
- Adopt modular, API-first architecture
- Use infrastructure-as-code for repeatable deployments
- Prioritize observability with logging, metrics, and alerting
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