In the rapidly evolving landscape of app development, Firebase has emerged as a popular choice for Minimum Viable Products (MVPs). However, as many teams discover, the limitations of Firestore’s NoSQL model can become apparent as applications begin to scale. Issues such as performance bottlenecks, restricted query capabilities, and unexpected cost surges can hinder growth and innovation.
Understanding the Transition to Supabase
In a focused 45-minute session, engineers from Supabase, alongside Mobbin CEO Liau Jian Jie, will delve into the technical hurdles that often accompany scaling on Firebase. They will illustrate how migrating to Postgres can empower developers with the necessary tools to scale confidently and efficiently.
Participants will gain insights into the migration process to Supabase on AWS, leveraging modern SQL capabilities, real-time features, and versatile authentication and storage solutions. This transition not only enhances performance but also provides better control over costs, making it an attractive option for startups aiming to maintain agility without sacrificing oversight.
Key takeaways
- What breaks when Firebase apps start to scale
- How SQL makes complex queries simple
- How to migrate data, auth, and storage in a weekend
- Why Postgres improves speed and observability
- What it really costs to stay on Firebase
- Lessons from a founder who already made the switch
Attendees will also have the opportunity to engage in a live Q&A session, allowing for a deeper exploration of the topics discussed. For those unable to attend, a recording of the event will be made available.
