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Firebase but better, and open source
Supabase is what Firebase should have been. You get a real PostgreSQL database, auth, realtime subscriptions, and storage all in one package. The free tier is generous and the community is amazing.
Pros
- Real PostgreSQL
- Generous free tier
- Open source
- Great realtime
Cons
- Dashboard can be confusing
- Documentation gaps
- Edge functions are young
The all-in-one workspace that actually works
Notion has become the backbone of our team. We use it for docs, project management, wikis, and even as a simple CRM. The flexibility is unmatched. Yes, it can be slow with large databases, but the tradeoff is worth it.
Pros
- Incredibly flexible
- Great collaboration
- Beautiful templates
- API integrations
Cons
- Can be slow with large databases
- Mobile app needs work
- Learning curve for non-tech users
Finally, a project management tool developers actually enjoy
Linear changed how our team works. The keyboard shortcuts, the speed, the clean UI. It's like someone built a project management tool for people who hate project management tools.
Pros
- Incredibly fast
- Beautiful UI
- Great keyboard shortcuts
- Cyclic workflows
Cons
- Limited customization
- No time tracking
- Can be opinionated
Best DX for frontend deployment, but pricey at scale
Vercel offers the best developer experience for Next.js projects. Preview deployments, edge functions, and analytics are all top-notch. However, costs can sneak up on you as you scale.
Pros
- Amazing DX
- Perfect Next.js integration
- Great preview deploys
- Edge functions
Cons
- Expensive at scale
- Vendor lock-in concerns
- Limited backend capabilities
Email infrastructure that doesn't make you want to cry
After struggling with SendGrid and Mailgun, Resend was a breath of fresh air. The API is clean, the docs are excellent, and React Email integration makes templates a joy to build.
Pros
- Clean API
- Excellent docs
- React Email support
- Good deliverability
Cons
- Newer platform
- Limited templates
- Pricing jumps quickly