Navigating the Endless Search for the Perfect Tech Stack: A Developer’s Reflection
Building a SaaS product can be an exciting journey, but many developers find themselves caught in a cycle of constantly switching technologies, often feeling overwhelmed and frustrated. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone.
Recently, I’ve been grappling with my choice of development stack. For a while, I was comfortable using Angular combined with Java (Spring Boot) and Amazon Cognito for authentication. While familiar, I noticed that the development process was bogged down by boilerplate code, making progress feel slow and cumbersome.
Seeking to innovate, I experimented with a different combination: SolidJS alongside Django and SuperTokens for authentication. The experience was a mixed bag. On one hand, I appreciated how quickly I could create modular components, which enhanced my productivity. On the other hand, the increased flexibility introduced a sense of unpredictability, making me worry about maintaining control and stability in the project.
Ultimately, I decided to return to my original stack—Angular with Java and Amazon Cognito. This decision came after realizing that my main goal is to deliver a SaaS product efficiently. Watching others release similar projects in under a month only heightened my impatience, and I couldn’t help but feel disillusioned by frequent updates and changes in the frameworks I rely on. Angular’s rapid release cycle and Amazon Cognito’s evolving features sometimes add to the complexity rather than simplify it.
My core desire is straightforward: I need a simple, manageable authentication flow that doesn’t require constant adaptation to new updates. Perhaps sticking with a stable version of Angular and Java would serve me better. After all, I genuinely enjoy working with Java and appreciate its stability.
If you’re also caught in this cycle of tech trial and error, know that finding the right balance between innovation and stability is crucial. Sometimes, the most effective approach is to stick with what’s proven and focus on the quality of your product rather than chasing the latest technological trends.
Happy coding!
