This lesson provides only a brief introduction to Supabase’s capabilities. There are many powerful features we haven’t explored:

Additional Features

Real-time Subscriptions

  • Live updates when data changes in your database.
  • Perfect for chat applications, collaborative tools, or live dashboards.
  • Listen to specific tables, rows, or even individual columns.

File Storage

  • Upload and manage files (images, documents, etc.).
  • Automatic image transformations and optimisations.
  • Secure file access with RLS policies.

Edge Functions

  • Custom serverless functions for complex business logic.
  • Run code on Supabase’s global edge network.
  • Handle webhooks, integrations, and custom API endpoints.

Advanced Database Features

  • PostgreSQL functions and triggers.
  • Full-text search capabilities.

Moving Forward

Supabase is an excellent tool for building backends quickly. As you explore further:

  • Never commit secrets to repositories.
  • Always use RLS policies.
  • Only use the anon key in front-end code.
  • Test your security policies thoroughly.
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