Dev tools for SaaS startups
Build at unicorn speed. Essential tools for lean startup teams — from Vercel to Supabase to Stripe.
Building with Leverage
Discover the tools that provide the most leverage for lean startup teams, from Vercel to Supabase. The right tools can 10x your team productivity.
Frontend Deployment
Vercel or Netlify for frontend hosting. Automatic SSL, CI/CD, and preview deployments. Focus on code, not infrastructure.
Backend and Database
Supabase provides PostgreSQL with auth and real-time. Firebase offers similar with NoSQL. Both reduce backend development significantly.
Authentication
Clerk or Auth0 handle authentication securely. Social logins, MFA, and session management. Do not build auth from scratch.
Payments
Stripe is the standard for SaaS. Handle subscriptions, one-time payments, and usage-based billing. Extensive documentation helps implementation.
Communication
SendGrid or Resend for transactional email. Intercom for in-app messaging. Twilio for SMS notifications.
Product Management
Linear or Notion for task tracking. Mixpanel or PostHog for analytics. Connect tools with Zapier for automation.
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