Speed vs. Scale
Startups need to move fast. But the wrong choices create technical debt that slows you down later.
Our Recommended Stack
- **Frontend**: Next.js (React) for SEO and performance
- **Backend**: Node.js or Python depending on team
- **Database**: PostgreSQL for relational, Supabase for BaaS
- **Auth**: Clerk or Auth0
- **Hosting**: Vercel or Railway for simplicity
When to Deviate
- Heavy real-time needs? Consider WebSockets or Pusher
- Complex data? Add Redis for caching
- AI features? Integrate OpenAI API early
