𝗕𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗪𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗽𝗵𝗤𝗟
You need tailored APIs for web, mobile, and IoT. The BFF pattern solves this.
Combine BFF with GraphQL. Your clients query only the data they need. The backend manages data access.
Start with a simple plan. Solve the core problem first. Simple systems are easier to debug.
Avoid over-engineering. Do not build for scale you do not have. Build for today. Refactor tomorrow.
Follow these rules:
- Keep it simple.
- Measure before you optimize.
- Use tools your team knows.
Testing is key. Write tests for normal use and failures. Monitor your system in production. Track error rates and performance.
Your action plan:
- Week 1: Audit your current systems. Find one gap.
- Month 1: Fix the gap. Measure the result.
- Quarter 1: Review your approach. Refine it.