#Best Practices

As a highly extensible low-code development platform, Tachybase requires following best practices to fully leverage its advantages. This document aims to help developers and teams improve efficiency and ensure quality when building applications with Tachybase.

#Architecture Design Best Practices

#Rational Use of Three-Tier Architecture

• Core Layer: Avoid directly modifying core layer code; instead, extend functionality through provided APIs and extension points
• Function Layer: Prioritize using existing functional modules in combination to implement requirements, reducing redundant development
• Extension Layer: Encapsulate business-specific logic as plugins to ensure code reusability and maintainability

#Modular Design

• Split applications into independent functional modules, with each module focused on solving specific business problems
• Modules communicate through standard interfaces, reducing coupling
• Use Tachybase's plugin system to manage module dependencies

#Development Workflow Best Practices

#Environment Configuration

• Use different environment configuration files (.env) to distinguish development, testing, and production environments
• Do not hardcode sensitive information like database credentials and API keys; use environment variables instead
• Use pnpm dev for development environment, pnpm start for production environment

#Version Control

• Follow semantic versioning conventions
• Create dedicated branches for important features, merging to the main branch after completion
• Run tests before committing code to ensure functionality is working

#Performance Optimization Best Practices

#Database Optimization

• Design data structures rationally, avoiding redundancy and complex associations
• Create indexes for frequently queried fields
• Use query caching to reduce database load

#Frontend Optimization

• Load components on-demand to reduce initial load time
• Use Tachybase's provided data caching mechanism to reduce redundant requests
• Optimize rendering performance for large data lists, consider using virtual scrolling

#Security Best Practices

#Authentication and Authorization

• Use Tachybase's RBAC (Role-Based Access Control) system to manage permissions
• Regularly update APP_KEY and other security credentials
• Implement multi-factor authentication for sensitive operations

#Data Security

• Implement the principle of least privilege, granting users only the minimum permissions needed to complete tasks
• Encrypt sensitive data storage, especially personally identifiable information
• Regularly backup data and test recovery procedures

#Deployment and Maintenance

#Deployment Strategy

• Use Docker to containerize applications, ensuring environment consistency
• Implement CI/CD processes for automated build and deployment
• Adopt blue-green deployment or canary release strategies to reduce upgrade risks

#Monitoring and Logging

• Configure comprehensive logging, including user activities and system events
• Implement monitoring systems to detect performance issues and anomalies promptly
• Regularly analyze usage data to optimize user experience

By following these best practices, you can fully leverage the advantages of Tachybase to build efficient, secure, and scalable application systems that meet enterprises' ever-changing business needs.