This repository curates a comprehensive list of best practices and recommended tools for building Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) startups in 2024. It targets entrepreneurs, developers, and product managers seeking to leverage established technologies and methodologies for efficient and scalable development. The primary benefit is a consolidated, regularly updated resource to guide technology stack decisions and operational strategies.

How It Works

The project functions as a curated knowledge base, categorizing recommended tools and services across various domains essential for SaaS development. It includes sections for cloud providers, AI services, full-stack frameworks, backend technologies, architecture and DevOps tools, site generators, and development toolchains. The approach is to provide a high-level overview and links to official resources, enabling users to explore and select tools that best fit their specific needs.

Quick Start & Requirements

This repository is a curated list and does not require installation or execution. It serves as a reference guide.

Highlighted Details

• Extensive coverage of cloud provider startup credits (AWS, Azure, GCP, Alibaba Cloud).
• Detailed listings for full-stack frameworks (React, Next.js, Vue.js, Nuxt.js) and associated libraries (Shadcn/ui, Auth.js, Zustand, Jotai).
• Broad selection of backend and DevOps tools, including Hono, ElysiaJS, FastAPI, Traefik, Dockge, and PocketBase.
• Recommendations span modern JavaScript/TypeScript toolchains like Bun, Deno, Vite, and Turbo.
• Includes essential CSS frameworks and tools such as TailwindCSS and UnoCSS.

Maintenance & Community

The project is maintained by Nextify Limited and is updated quarterly. Contributions are primarily accepted for translations and self-recommendations from open-source authors, with a recommendation to communicate with maintainers before submitting PRs.

Licensing & Compatibility

Licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0. This license prohibits commercial use and requires any derivative works to be shared under the same or a compatible license.

Limitations & Caveats

The CC BY-NC-SA 4.0 license restricts commercial use of the curated list itself. The project does not provide direct comparisons or benchmarks for the listed tools, requiring users to conduct their own evaluations.