Key Decision: Your database choice affects scalability, cost, and features. Ring supports Firebase, PostgreSQL, and ConnectPlatform - migrate anytime.

Ring's unique database abstraction layer allows you to start with one database and migrate to another without rewriting application code. This guide helps you choose the right backend for your needs.

Database Options Overview

Feature	Firebase	PostgreSQL	ConnectPlatform
Best For	Rapid prototyping	Production scale	Enterprise features
Cost	Pay-per-use	Predictable hosting	Subscription-based
Setup Time	5 minutes	30 minutes	15 minutes
Scalability	Auto-scaling	Manual scaling	Auto-scaling
Real-time	Built-in	Extensions needed	Built-in
Advanced Queries	Limited	Full SQL	Advanced abstraction
Backup	Automatic	Configure	Managed
Multi-region	Easy	Complex	Built-in

Firebase - Start Here (Recommended for New Deployments)

Perfect for: Prototyping, MVPs, small teams, rapid development

Why Choose Firebase?

Zero configuration - works out of the box
Real-time features built-in (perfect for Ring's messaging)
Authentication integrated
Hosting included
Pay only for what you use

Setup (5 minutes)

Create Firebase project:

Go to Firebase Console and create a new project.

Enable services:

Enable Firestore, Authentication, Storage, and Hosting in your Firebase project.

Get credentials:

Go to Project Settings → Service Accounts → Generate private key to download credentials JSON.

Configure Ring:

Add to your .env.local:

DATABASE_MODE=firebase_only

env

FIREBASE_PROJECT_ID=your-project-id
  FIREBASE_PRIVATE_KEY=your-private-key
  FIREBASE_CLIENT_EMAIL=your-client-email

Deploy:

terminal

bash

npm run build
firebase deploy

Firebase Limitations

Query complexity - No complex joins or aggregations
Cost scaling - Can become expensive at scale
Vendor lock-in - Harder to migrate away
Data export - Limited options

PostgreSQL - Production Scale

Perfect for: Established businesses, high-traffic platforms, data-intensive applications

Why Choose PostgreSQL?

Full SQL power - Complex queries, joins, aggregations
ACID compliance - Data integrity guaranteed
Extensions - PostGIS, full-text search, advanced analytics
Cost effective at scale
Open source - No vendor lock-in
JSONB support - Perfect for Ring's flexible data model

Setup (30 minutes)

Choose PostgreSQL provider:

Options:

Supabase (Recommended) - PostgreSQL with Firebase-like features
Neon - Serverless PostgreSQL
AWS RDS - Managed PostgreSQL
Self-hosted - DigitalOcean, Linode, etc.

Create database:

Create a new PostgreSQL database with these requirements:

PostgreSQL 15+
Connection pooling enabled
Backup configured

Run schema migration:

Ring provides automated schema setup. Configure your connection:

DATABASE_MODE=postgresql_only

env

POSTGRESQL_URL=postgresql://user:password@host:5432/database
  POSTGRESQL_SSL=true

Migrate from Firebase (optional):

If migrating existing data:

terminal

bash

npm run db:migrate -- --from firebase --to postgresql

PostgreSQL Advantages

Performance - Excellent for complex queries
Scalability - Handles millions of records
Analytics - Advanced reporting capabilities
Extensions - Specialized functionality available
Cost - Very cost-effective at scale

ConnectPlatform - Enterprise Features

Perfect for: Large organizations, multi-tenant platforms, enterprise integrations

Why Choose ConnectPlatform?

Built by Trinity Ukraine - Same team that built Ring
Multi-tenant architecture built-in
Advanced caching with Redis integration
Real-time messaging optimized
Enterprise security features
Migration tools between backends
Professional support included

Setup (15 minutes)

Get ConnectPlatform access:

Contact Trinity Ukraine or visit connect.software for enterprise licensing.

Configure connection:

DATABASE_MODE=connect_platform

env

CONNECT_PLATFORM_URL=https://your-connect-instance.com
  CONNECT_PLATFORM_API_KEY=your-api-key

Enable advanced features:

ConnectPlatform provides additional features:

Advanced user management
Audit logging
Compliance tools
Multi-region replication

Migration Between Databases

Ring's superpower: Migrate between any supported database without code changes

Migration Process

Backup your data:

Always backup before migration:

terminal

bash

npm run db:backup

Configure new database:

Set up your target database (PostgreSQL, ConnectPlatform, etc.)

Update environment:

Change DATABASE_MODE in your environment:

Before After

configuration

env

DATABASE_MODE=firebase_only

  DATABASE_MODE=postgresql_only
  POSTGRESQL_URL=postgresql://...

Run migration:

terminal

bash

npm run db:migrate -- --source firebase --target postgresql

Test thoroughly:

Test all features after migration:

User authentication
Data retrieval
Real-time features
Search functionality

Update production:

Deploy with new configuration and monitor closely.

Migration Scenarios

Firebase → PostgreSQL

terminal

bash

npm run db:migrate firebase postgresql --schema-only
npm run db:migrate firebase postgresql --data-only

PostgreSQL → ConnectPlatform

terminal

bash

npm run db:migrate postgresql connect_platform --incremental

Performance Considerations

Firebase Performance

Reads/Writes: Charged per operation
Real-time: Excellent for live features
Caching: Built-in CDN
Global: Multi-region replication

PostgreSQL Performance

Queries: Optimize with indexes
Connection pooling: Essential for high traffic
Read replicas: For read-heavy workloads
Partitioning: For large datasets

ConnectPlatform Performance

Caching: Redis integration
Multi-tenant: Optimized for isolation
Real-time: WebSocket optimization
Enterprise: High availability features

Cost Analysis

Firebase Costs (Monthly estimate)

100 users, low activity: $5-15
1,000 users, medium activity: $50-150
10,000 users, high activity: $500-2,000+

PostgreSQL Costs (Monthly estimate)

Database hosting: $20-100
Backup storage: $5-20
Connection pooling: $0-50
Monitoring: $10-50
Total: $35-220

ConnectPlatform Costs

Contact sales for enterprise pricing
Includes support and advanced features
Scales with usage but predictable

Decision Framework

Choose Firebase if:

✅ Building MVP or prototype
✅ Small team (< 10 people)
✅ Need real-time features immediately
✅ Prefer managed service
✅ Budget < $100/month initially

Choose PostgreSQL if:

✅ Planning for significant scale
✅ Need complex queries/analytics
✅ Have database administration experience
✅ Want cost predictability
✅ Need full data control

Choose ConnectPlatform if:

✅ Large organization (> 1000 users)
✅ Need enterprise features
✅ Want Trinity Ukraine support
✅ Multi-tenant requirements
✅ Compliance requirements

Recommended Migration Path

Start with Firebase, migrate to PostgreSQL, upgrade to ConnectPlatform

Month 1-3: Firebase for rapid development
Month 3-6: Migrate to PostgreSQL for scale
Month 6+: Upgrade to ConnectPlatform for enterprise features

This path minimizes risk while maximizing flexibility. Each migration preserves all your data and customizations.

Next Steps

Complete Customization Guide - Brand your platform
Token Economics Setup - Add your own economy
Payment Integration - Enable monetization
Success Stories - Learn from real deployments

Need help choosing? Post in our developer community or browse Ring customization opportunities for expert consultation.

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Ring CLI

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Examples

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Real-world Use Cases

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Database Backend Selection

Key Decision: Your database choice affects scalability, cost, and features. Ring supports Firebase, PostgreSQL, and ConnectPlatform - migrate anytime.

Ring's unique database abstraction layer allows you to start with one database and migrate to another without rewriting application code. This guide helps you choose the right backend for your needs.

Database Options Overview

Feature	Firebase	PostgreSQL	ConnectPlatform
Best For	Rapid prototyping	Production scale	Enterprise features
Cost	Pay-per-use	Predictable hosting	Subscription-based
Setup Time	5 minutes	30 minutes	15 minutes
Scalability	Auto-scaling	Manual scaling	Auto-scaling
Real-time	Built-in	Extensions needed	Built-in
Advanced Queries	Limited	Full SQL	Advanced abstraction
Backup	Automatic	Configure	Managed
Multi-region	Easy	Complex	Built-in

Firebase - Start Here (Recommended for New Deployments)

Perfect for: Prototyping, MVPs, small teams, rapid development

Why Choose Firebase?

Zero configuration - works out of the box
Real-time features built-in (perfect for Ring's messaging)
Authentication integrated
Hosting included
Pay only for what you use

Setup (5 minutes)

Create Firebase project:

Go to Firebase Console and create a new project.

Enable services:

Enable Firestore, Authentication, Storage, and Hosting in your Firebase project.

Get credentials:

Go to Project Settings → Service Accounts → Generate private key to download credentials JSON.

Configure Ring:

Add to your .env.local:

DATABASE_MODE=firebase_only

env

FIREBASE_PROJECT_ID=your-project-id
  FIREBASE_PRIVATE_KEY=your-private-key
  FIREBASE_CLIENT_EMAIL=your-client-email

Deploy:

terminal

bash

npm run build
firebase deploy

Firebase Limitations

Query complexity - No complex joins or aggregations
Cost scaling - Can become expensive at scale
Vendor lock-in - Harder to migrate away
Data export - Limited options

PostgreSQL - Production Scale

Perfect for: Established businesses, high-traffic platforms, data-intensive applications

Why Choose PostgreSQL?

Full SQL power - Complex queries, joins, aggregations
ACID compliance - Data integrity guaranteed
Extensions - PostGIS, full-text search, advanced analytics
Cost effective at scale
Open source - No vendor lock-in
JSONB support - Perfect for Ring's flexible data model

Setup (30 minutes)

Choose PostgreSQL provider:

Options:

Supabase (Recommended) - PostgreSQL with Firebase-like features
Neon - Serverless PostgreSQL
AWS RDS - Managed PostgreSQL
Self-hosted - DigitalOcean, Linode, etc.

Create database:

Create a new PostgreSQL database with these requirements:

PostgreSQL 15+
Connection pooling enabled
Backup configured

Run schema migration:

Ring provides automated schema setup. Configure your connection:

DATABASE_MODE=postgresql_only

env

POSTGRESQL_URL=postgresql://user:password@host:5432/database
  POSTGRESQL_SSL=true

Migrate from Firebase (optional):

If migrating existing data:

terminal

bash

npm run db:migrate -- --from firebase --to postgresql

PostgreSQL Advantages

Performance - Excellent for complex queries
Scalability - Handles millions of records
Analytics - Advanced reporting capabilities
Extensions - Specialized functionality available
Cost - Very cost-effective at scale

ConnectPlatform - Enterprise Features

Perfect for: Large organizations, multi-tenant platforms, enterprise integrations

Why Choose ConnectPlatform?

Built by Trinity Ukraine - Same team that built Ring
Multi-tenant architecture built-in
Advanced caching with Redis integration
Real-time messaging optimized
Enterprise security features
Migration tools between backends
Professional support included

Setup (15 minutes)

Get ConnectPlatform access:

Contact Trinity Ukraine or visit connect.software for enterprise licensing.

Configure connection:

DATABASE_MODE=connect_platform

env

CONNECT_PLATFORM_URL=https://your-connect-instance.com
  CONNECT_PLATFORM_API_KEY=your-api-key

Enable advanced features:

ConnectPlatform provides additional features:

Advanced user management
Audit logging
Compliance tools
Multi-region replication

Migration Between Databases

Ring's superpower: Migrate between any supported database without code changes

Migration Process

Backup your data:

Always backup before migration:

terminal

bash

npm run db:backup

Configure new database:

Set up your target database (PostgreSQL, ConnectPlatform, etc.)

Update environment:

Change DATABASE_MODE in your environment:

Before After

configuration

env

DATABASE_MODE=firebase_only

  DATABASE_MODE=postgresql_only
  POSTGRESQL_URL=postgresql://...

Run migration:

terminal

bash

npm run db:migrate -- --source firebase --target postgresql

Test thoroughly:

Test all features after migration:

User authentication
Data retrieval
Real-time features
Search functionality

Update production:

Deploy with new configuration and monitor closely.

Migration Scenarios

Firebase → PostgreSQL

terminal

bash

npm run db:migrate firebase postgresql --schema-only
npm run db:migrate firebase postgresql --data-only

PostgreSQL → ConnectPlatform

terminal

bash

npm run db:migrate postgresql connect_platform --incremental

Performance Considerations

Firebase Performance

Reads/Writes: Charged per operation
Real-time: Excellent for live features
Caching: Built-in CDN
Global: Multi-region replication

PostgreSQL Performance

Queries: Optimize with indexes
Connection pooling: Essential for high traffic
Read replicas: For read-heavy workloads
Partitioning: For large datasets

ConnectPlatform Performance

Caching: Redis integration
Multi-tenant: Optimized for isolation
Real-time: WebSocket optimization
Enterprise: High availability features

Cost Analysis

Firebase Costs (Monthly estimate)

100 users, low activity: $5-15
1,000 users, medium activity: $50-150
10,000 users, high activity: $500-2,000+

PostgreSQL Costs (Monthly estimate)

Database hosting: $20-100
Backup storage: $5-20
Connection pooling: $0-50
Monitoring: $10-50
Total: $35-220

ConnectPlatform Costs

Contact sales for enterprise pricing
Includes support and advanced features
Scales with usage but predictable

Decision Framework

Choose Firebase if:

✅ Building MVP or prototype
✅ Small team (< 10 people)
✅ Need real-time features immediately
✅ Prefer managed service
✅ Budget < $100/month initially

Choose PostgreSQL if:

✅ Planning for significant scale
✅ Need complex queries/analytics
✅ Have database administration experience
✅ Want cost predictability
✅ Need full data control

Choose ConnectPlatform if:

✅ Large organization (> 1000 users)
✅ Need enterprise features
✅ Want Trinity Ukraine support
✅ Multi-tenant requirements
✅ Compliance requirements

Recommended Migration Path

Start with Firebase, migrate to PostgreSQL, upgrade to ConnectPlatform

Month 1-3: Firebase for rapid development
Month 3-6: Migrate to PostgreSQL for scale
Month 6+: Upgrade to ConnectPlatform for enterprise features

This path minimizes risk while maximizing flexibility. Each migration preserves all your data and customizations.

Next Steps

Complete Customization Guide - Brand your platform
Token Economics Setup - Add your own economy
Payment Integration - Enable monetization
Success Stories - Learn from real deployments

Need help choosing? Post in our developer community or browse Ring customization opportunities for expert consultation.

Завантаження документації...

Підготовка контенту платформи Ring

Documentation

Getting Started

Architecture

Architecture Overview

Features

Security & Compliance

Token Staking

Performance

API Reference

CLI Tool

Ring CLI

Customization

Customization Overview

Deployment

Development

Examples

Third-party Integrations

Advanced Features

Real-world Use Cases

White Label

Quick Links

Database Backend Selection

Key Decision: Your database choice affects scalability, cost, and features. Ring supports Firebase, PostgreSQL, and ConnectPlatform - migrate anytime.

Ring's unique database abstraction layer allows you to start with one database and migrate to another without rewriting application code. This guide helps you choose the right backend for your needs.

Database Options Overview

Feature	Firebase	PostgreSQL	ConnectPlatform
Best For	Rapid prototyping	Production scale	Enterprise features
Cost	Pay-per-use	Predictable hosting	Subscription-based
Setup Time	5 minutes	30 minutes	15 minutes
Scalability	Auto-scaling	Manual scaling	Auto-scaling
Real-time	Built-in	Extensions needed	Built-in
Advanced Queries	Limited	Full SQL	Advanced abstraction
Backup	Automatic	Configure	Managed
Multi-region	Easy	Complex	Built-in

Firebase - Start Here (Recommended for New Deployments)

Perfect for: Prototyping, MVPs, small teams, rapid development

Why Choose Firebase?

Zero configuration - works out of the box
Real-time features built-in (perfect for Ring's messaging)
Authentication integrated
Hosting included
Pay only for what you use

Setup (5 minutes)

Create Firebase project:

Go to Firebase Console and create a new project.

Enable services:

Enable Firestore, Authentication, Storage, and Hosting in your Firebase project.

Get credentials:

Go to Project Settings → Service Accounts → Generate private key to download credentials JSON.

Configure Ring:

Add to your .env.local:

DATABASE_MODE=firebase_only

env

FIREBASE_PROJECT_ID=your-project-id
  FIREBASE_PRIVATE_KEY=your-private-key
  FIREBASE_CLIENT_EMAIL=your-client-email

Deploy:

terminal

bash

npm run build
firebase deploy

Firebase Limitations

Query complexity - No complex joins or aggregations
Cost scaling - Can become expensive at scale
Vendor lock-in - Harder to migrate away
Data export - Limited options

PostgreSQL - Production Scale

Perfect for: Established businesses, high-traffic platforms, data-intensive applications

Why Choose PostgreSQL?

Full SQL power - Complex queries, joins, aggregations
ACID compliance - Data integrity guaranteed
Extensions - PostGIS, full-text search, advanced analytics
Cost effective at scale
Open source - No vendor lock-in
JSONB support - Perfect for Ring's flexible data model

Setup (30 minutes)

Choose PostgreSQL provider:

Options:

Supabase (Recommended) - PostgreSQL with Firebase-like features
Neon - Serverless PostgreSQL
AWS RDS - Managed PostgreSQL
Self-hosted - DigitalOcean, Linode, etc.

Create database:

Create a new PostgreSQL database with these requirements:

PostgreSQL 15+
Connection pooling enabled
Backup configured

Run schema migration:

Ring provides automated schema setup. Configure your connection:

DATABASE_MODE=postgresql_only

env

POSTGRESQL_URL=postgresql://user:password@host:5432/database
  POSTGRESQL_SSL=true

Migrate from Firebase (optional):

If migrating existing data:

terminal

bash

npm run db:migrate -- --from firebase --to postgresql

PostgreSQL Advantages

Performance - Excellent for complex queries
Scalability - Handles millions of records
Analytics - Advanced reporting capabilities
Extensions - Specialized functionality available
Cost - Very cost-effective at scale

ConnectPlatform - Enterprise Features

Perfect for: Large organizations, multi-tenant platforms, enterprise integrations

Why Choose ConnectPlatform?

Built by Trinity Ukraine - Same team that built Ring
Multi-tenant architecture built-in
Advanced caching with Redis integration
Real-time messaging optimized
Enterprise security features
Migration tools between backends
Professional support included

Setup (15 minutes)

Get ConnectPlatform access:

Contact Trinity Ukraine or visit connect.software for enterprise licensing.

Configure connection:

DATABASE_MODE=connect_platform

env

CONNECT_PLATFORM_URL=https://your-connect-instance.com
  CONNECT_PLATFORM_API_KEY=your-api-key

Enable advanced features:

ConnectPlatform provides additional features:

Advanced user management
Audit logging
Compliance tools
Multi-region replication

Migration Between Databases

Ring's superpower: Migrate between any supported database without code changes

Migration Process

Backup your data:

Always backup before migration:

terminal

bash

npm run db:backup

Configure new database:

Set up your target database (PostgreSQL, ConnectPlatform, etc.)

Update environment:

Change DATABASE_MODE in your environment:

Before After

configuration

env

DATABASE_MODE=firebase_only

  DATABASE_MODE=postgresql_only
  POSTGRESQL_URL=postgresql://...

Run migration:

terminal

bash

npm run db:migrate -- --source firebase --target postgresql

Test thoroughly:

Test all features after migration:

User authentication
Data retrieval
Real-time features
Search functionality

Update production:

Deploy with new configuration and monitor closely.

Migration Scenarios

Firebase → PostgreSQL

terminal

bash

npm run db:migrate firebase postgresql --schema-only
npm run db:migrate firebase postgresql --data-only

PostgreSQL → ConnectPlatform

terminal

bash

npm run db:migrate postgresql connect_platform --incremental

Performance Considerations

Firebase Performance

Reads/Writes: Charged per operation
Real-time: Excellent for live features
Caching: Built-in CDN
Global: Multi-region replication

PostgreSQL Performance

Queries: Optimize with indexes
Connection pooling: Essential for high traffic
Read replicas: For read-heavy workloads
Partitioning: For large datasets

ConnectPlatform Performance

Caching: Redis integration
Multi-tenant: Optimized for isolation
Real-time: WebSocket optimization
Enterprise: High availability features

Cost Analysis

Firebase Costs (Monthly estimate)

100 users, low activity: $5-15
1,000 users, medium activity: $50-150
10,000 users, high activity: $500-2,000+

PostgreSQL Costs (Monthly estimate)

Database hosting: $20-100
Backup storage: $5-20
Connection pooling: $0-50
Monitoring: $10-50
Total: $35-220

ConnectPlatform Costs

Contact sales for enterprise pricing
Includes support and advanced features
Scales with usage but predictable

Decision Framework

Choose Firebase if:

✅ Building MVP or prototype
✅ Small team (< 10 people)
✅ Need real-time features immediately
✅ Prefer managed service
✅ Budget < $100/month initially

Choose PostgreSQL if:

✅ Planning for significant scale
✅ Need complex queries/analytics
✅ Have database administration experience
✅ Want cost predictability
✅ Need full data control

Choose ConnectPlatform if:

✅ Large organization (> 1000 users)
✅ Need enterprise features
✅ Want Trinity Ukraine support
✅ Multi-tenant requirements
✅ Compliance requirements

Recommended Migration Path

Start with Firebase, migrate to PostgreSQL, upgrade to ConnectPlatform

Month 1-3: Firebase for rapid development
Month 3-6: Migrate to PostgreSQL for scale
Month 6+: Upgrade to ConnectPlatform for enterprise features

This path minimizes risk while maximizing flexibility. Each migration preserves all your data and customizations.

Next Steps

Complete Customization Guide - Brand your platform
Token Economics Setup - Add your own economy
Payment Integration - Enable monetization
Success Stories - Learn from real deployments

Need help choosing? Post in our developer community or browse Ring customization opportunities for expert consultation.

Завантаження документації...

Підготовка контенту платформи Ring

Documentation

Getting Started

Architecture

Architecture Overview

Features

Security & Compliance

Token Staking

Performance

API Reference

CLI Tool

Ring CLI

Customization

Customization Overview

Deployment

Development

Examples

Third-party Integrations

Advanced Features

Real-world Use Cases

White Label

Quick Links