What is Parse Server?
Parse Server is an open-source backend framework launched by Parse developers after the Parse service was shut down by Facebook. It is an easy-to-use and scalable backend solution that is compatible with the open source Parse JavaScript SDK, allowing developers to easily migrate their apps from Parse to Parse Server.
Some key features and benefits of Parse Server include:
- Open-source backend framework that is free to use
- 100% compatible with the Parse API, easy migration of existing Parse apps
- Supports wide range of JavaScript clients including iOS, Android, JavaScript, Windows, Unity
- Real-time database and API framework for modern apps
- Easy and fast deployment on any infrastructure that can run Node.js
- Highly scalable and customizable to fit different needs
- Secure user authentication right out of the box
- Powerful data querying using MongoDB
- Can be hosted on various PaaS solutions like Heroku, AWS, Google Cloud, Azure etc.
In summary, Parse Server allows developers to have an enterprise-class backend for their mobile apps with minimal effort. Its open-source and flexibility makes it a popular Parse hosting alternative.