PocketBase
pocketbase.io
Open-source backend in a single Go binary with database, auth, and file storage.
Why it is useful
PocketBase lets you ship a full backend — realtime DB, user auth, file storage, and a REST API — as one executable file. Perfect for side projects and prototypes that need a real backend fast.
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