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Backstage Software Templates for Java Developers
#1about 7 minutes
Introducing Backstage as a developer productivity portal
Backstage is an open source developer portal that centralizes tools and information, with Red Hat Developer Hub offering an enterprise-supported version.
#2about 2 minutes
Understanding the core architecture of Backstage
Backstage is built on Node.js and uses a system of frontend and backend plugins to create a composable user interface.
#3about 4 minutes
Using software templates for project scaffolding
Software templates are YAML files that define parameterized steps and actions to automate the creation of new projects and resources.
#4about 2 minutes
Setting up a local Backstage instance for development
Java developers can avoid JavaScript toolchain complexities by using pre-built container images, Kubernetes operators, or a Quarkus extension.
#5about 1 minute
Editing and debugging software templates effectively
The built-in template editor provides a fast feedback loop, while the debug action allows for step-by-step logging during execution.
#6about 6 minutes
Advanced practices for creating and managing templates
Improve templates by using custom fields, proper folder structures, versioning, secure credential handling, and descriptive metadata tags.
#7about 2 minutes
How to prevent template drift in your projects
Templates must be continuously updated with new best practices to avoid becoming a source of technical debt and legacy code.
#8about 2 minutes
Integrating approval workflows and defining a template strategy
Use tools like SonataFlow to add approval steps to templates and strategically decide on their granularity, maturity, and focus.
#9about 2 minutes
Exploring learning resources and the Quarkus extension
Get started with self-paced learning adventures and use the Quarkus extension to interact with Backstage APIs from a Java environment.
#10about 2 minutes
Using dynamic plugins for easier maintenance and scaling
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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