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BKND is a comprehensive backend solution designed for modern developers who need flexibility without complexity. This lightweight Firebase alternative provides all essential backend services while maintaining the freedom to deploy anywhere.

Core Features:

Database: Define, query, and control your data with intuitive tools
Authentication: Implement reliable auth strategies with minimal setup
Storage & Media: Manage and serve media files effortlessly
Workflows: Design automated processes with visual workflow builder

Built for Modern Development:

Edge-optimized - Runs in any JavaScript environment with minimal overhead
Framework-friendly - Seamless integration with NextJS, Remix, Hono, or standalone deployment
Web standards foundation - Built on JSON Schema and OAuth/OIDC for maximum interoperability
Adapter-first approach - Leverage existing infrastructure or extend with custom adapters

The platform offers complete extensibility through its workflow builder, allowing you to inject custom logic into system events. As an open source solution, you maintain full control over your backend while benefiting from community contributions.

Capture – Capture screenshots, generate PDFs, scrape content, extract metadata, and automate browsers with one API.

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Bknd

Lightweight Firebase alternative with database, auth, storage, and workflows. Framework-agnostic backend that integrates with NextJS, Remix, Hono and more.

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Core Features:

Database: Define, query, and control your data with intuitive tools
Authentication: Implement reliable auth strategies with minimal setup
Storage & Media: Manage and serve media files effortlessly
Workflows: Design automated processes with visual workflow builder

Built for Modern Development:

Edge-optimized - Runs in any JavaScript environment with minimal overhead
Framework-friendly - Seamless integration with NextJS, Remix, Hono, or standalone deployment
Web standards foundation - Built on JSON Schema and OAuth/OIDC for maximum interoperability
Adapter-first approach - Leverage existing infrastructure or extend with custom adapters

Categories:

Backend-as-a-Service (BaaS)

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