Navigating the Constant Shift: Struggling with Technology Choices in SaaS Development
Building a SaaS product can be an exciting yet challenging journey, especially when choosing the right tech stack. Many developers find themselves caught in a cycle of switching between different frameworks and tools, hoping to find the optimal solution. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone.
Recently, I’ve been working with Angular combined with Java (Spring Boot) and leveraging Amazon Cognito for authentication. This combination feels comfortable and familiar, although navigating through verbose boilerplate code and slow development cycles can be frustrating. Progress seems to crawl, and it often takes longer than expected to reach significant milestones.
Curious to explore new options, I experimented with SolidJS and Django, integrating SuperTokens for authentication. While I appreciated the rapid development of components and newfound flexibility, it also introduced a sense of uncertainty. The freedom to create anything can sometimes lead to complexity and maintenance challenges, making me second-guess whether I’d chosen the right path.
Ultimately, I returned to my previous setup: Angular, Java, and Amazon Cognito. Despite the desire to innovate, the overarching goal remains clear—accelerate SaaS development. Watching others bring products to market in under a month highlights how slow my progress feels. Additionally, I find the rapid updates and frequent version releases of Angular and the changing nature of Amazon Cognito somewhat exhausting to keep up with.
What I truly seek are simple, manageable authentication flows and a stable technology environment. Perhaps sticking with a consistent framework like Angular, coupled with my love for Java, is the key. The constant shifting of tools and frameworks can be draining, and sometimes, sticking with what works best is the most practical approach.
If you’re experiencing a similar dilemma or have insights on maintaining stability amid evolving tech landscapes, I’d love to hear your thoughts. Building SaaS products is a marathon, not a sprint—let’s find a sustainable path together.
