Introduction to noback
Introduction to noback
noback is an open-source framework that makes serverless development a breeze, with automated deployments, cost optimization, and several layers of security built right in.
Why Choose noback?
Rapid Development
- Lambda Layers to handle all dependencies and reuse common functionality (auth, data, queues)
- Infrastructure as Code templates for one-step deployments
- Minimal boilerplate, highest productivity
- Preconfigured settings for most AWS services
- Zero server maintenance
Cost Optimization
- Serverless approach - pay only for actual usage*
- DynamoDB single-table design for efficient reads/writes
- Multiple layers of cache for optimal performance
- Automatic resource scaling based on workload
- *Note: Some services like WAF may have minimum spending requirements
Effortless Scalability
- Scale seamlessly from day one leveraging AWS capabilities
- Built on proven AWS services:
- API Gateway
- Lambda
- S3
- DynamoDB
- EventBridge
- Horizontal scaling with caches and geodistribution capabilities
Advanced Security
- ACL tied to Cognito roles
- Granular access to specific services or resources
- Access control patterns defined by infrastructure as code
- JWT fingerprinting and proactive suspicious activity detection
- WAF integration for geofencing and IP filtering lists
How noback Compares
| Feature | noback | Supabase | 8base | Firebase | Simpleback |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Core Infrastructure | AWS (100% serverless) | Managed PostgreSQL | Aurora/MySQL (partial serverless) | Proprietary | AWS + AI |
| Auth & Roles | Cognito + SSO + Fingerprinting | GoTrue (basic JWT) | Auth0 or Custom | Custom | Cognito |
| Development Speed | High (Layers + IaC) | Medium (SQL + APIs) | Medium (GraphQL + UI) | High | Very high (AI) |
| Advanced Security | Yes (WAF + geofencing + IP lists) | Limited | Manual config | Basic | Yes, on AWS |
| Cost Model | Pay-per-use | Hosted plans | Mixed | Usage-based | Pay-per-use |
noback combines the best of AWS with top-notch security, minus the overhead of fixed costs.
Getting Started
Ready to build your first serverless backend with noback? Check out our Quick Start Guide or dive into the Core Features.