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PocketBase
Real-time backend in a single file SQLite, auth, file storage, and APIs.
About PocketBase
PocketBase is an open-source backend in a single executable file. Embedded SQLite database, built-in authentication, file storage, admin dashboard, and auto-generated REST APIs. Perfect for rapid prototyping and lightweight internal tools. No external database setup required.
Key Features
- Backend in a single file: SQLite database, auth, and file storage
- Auto-generated REST API with real-time subscriptions
- Admin dashboard UI for managing collections and records
- Extensible with Go and JavaScript hooks
Self-Hosting Notes
Single binary deployment. Go-based. Embedded SQLite. No external dependencies. Extremely fast.
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