What you can build
01Add user login
02Store structured data
03Save files
04Update interfaces in realtime
SB
Database
Supabase
A ready-made stack for storing data, managing login and saving files in an application.
Three concepts to understand
Postgres
The database that stores and organizes application information.
RLS
Rules that control which rows each user may read or change.
Auth
The system that identifies who is using the application.
How to get started
- Create a project.
- Model the first table.
- Enable access rules before publishing.
Quick answers
Can Supabase replace a backend?
For many MVPs, yes. It combines database, login, files and server functions.
Is RLS optional?
Technically yes, but it is essential for tables exposed to client applications.