Backstage is an open source developer portal that centralizes tools and information, with Red Hat Developer Hub offering an enterprise-supported version.
Backstage is built on Node.js and uses a system of frontend and backend plugins to create a composable user interface.
Software templates are YAML files that define parameterized steps and actions to automate the creation of new projects and resources.
Java developers can avoid JavaScript toolchain complexities by using pre-built container images, Kubernetes operators, or a Quarkus extension.
The built-in template editor provides a fast feedback loop, while the debug action allows for step-by-step logging during execution.
Improve templates by using custom fields, proper folder structures, versioning, secure credential handling, and descriptive metadata tags.
Templates must be continuously updated with new best practices to avoid becoming a source of technical debt and legacy code.
Use tools like SonataFlow to add approval steps to templates and strategically decide on their granularity, maturity, and focus.
Get started with self-paced learning adventures and use the Quarkus extension to interact with Backstage APIs from a Java environment.
Dynamic plugins can be added to a running instance without a full rebuild, simplifying maintenance and helping to scale Backstage across large organizations.
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