Other topics

This section emphasizes some other important points that would be useful when using the FARM stack. While you can use the FARM stack for virtually any type of web application you choose, the stack might be more suitable for some types of apps and less suitable for others.

Authentication and authorization

Chapter 6, Authentication and Authorization, is dedicated to implementing a JWT-based authentication solution with FastAPI and its consequent application in React. However, as mentioned in that chapter, that might not be the best or a viable solution for certain use cases. You may need to revert to a third-party provider such as Firebase, Auth0, or Cognito. Before committing to a third-party solution, be sure to fully understand the pros and cons, the consequences of a potential lock-in, and the price factor, especially if you are planning to scale the application.

Data visualization and the FARM stack

Chapter 1, Web Development and the FARM Stack, describes...