2025-07-26
n8n + Xano: A Powerful No-Code Backend for Scalable Applications
In the final article of our series on n8n integrations with backend services, we’re taking a closer look at Xano — a no-code/low-code platform for building scalable APIs and databases without writing server-side code.
If you need a flexible, fast-to-deploy backend with support for scalability and automation, the Xano + n8n combination is an excellent choice.
What Is Xano?
Xano is a cloud platform for visually building backends and APIs. Under the hood, it runs on PostgreSQL, while on the surface it offers a powerful API Builder for creating logic, DB operations, and integrations — all without writing code.
2025-07-25
n8n + Appwrite: An Open-Source Firebase Alternative for Self-Hosting
We’ve already explored Supabase and Firebase — now it’s time to look at Appwrite, a powerful and fully open-source BaaS platform designed for self-hosting and complete data control.
If you want to build a backend on your own infrastructure, Appwrite can be the perfect partner in combination with n8n.
What Is Appwrite?
Appwrite is a full-featured Backend as a Service (BaaS) platform with open-source code. It provides REST APIs for most features a modern application needs:
2025-07-24
n8n + Firebase: NoSQL, Realtime Database, and Cloud Functions for Dynamic Apps
After reviewing Supabase and its PostgreSQL-based architecture, let’s turn to another powerful BaaS platform — Firebase by Google. Firebase takes a completely different approach: NoSQL, real-time data sync, and deep integration with the Google Cloud ecosystem.
If your app needs real-time updates, schema flexibility, and strong mobile support, the Firebase + n8n combo might become your key automation tool.
2025-07-23
n8n + Supabase: PostgreSQL, Authentication, and API All in One
We continue our series on n8n’s integration with backend services. Today’s focus is Supabase — a popular open-source Firebase alternative built on PostgreSQL. Supabase delivers everything a modern backend needs — DB, authentication, API, realtime — and integrates seamlessly with n8n.
What Is Supabase?
Supabase is a BaaS (Backend-as-a-Service) that brands itself as an “open-source Firebase alternative,” powered by PostgreSQL. It offers:
2025-07-22
n8n and the World of Databases: Why Automating Backends and BaaS Matters
In our previous article series, we explored the worlds of monitoring and logging, as well as how n8n helps automate routine tasks by connecting various web services. But what if your data isn’t in Google Sheets or a CRM, but instead lives in structured storage — databases or cloud-based backend platforms?
That’s where n8n truly shines — as a bridge between data and action.
2025-07-05
Introduction to ISPmanager
ISPmanager is one of the most well-known and widely used web hosting control panels, especially in the Russian and CIS markets. Developed by ISPsystem, it offers a powerful and comprehensive set of tools for server administration and web project management. ISPmanager is a paid product, but its functionality and reliability justify the investment for many users and hosting providers. It’s designed for those looking for a stable, proven solution with extensive capabilities.
2025-06-30
We’re wrapping up our database series with MongoDB — one of the most popular document-oriented NoSQL databases. Unlike relational systems like MySQL and PostgreSQL, MongoDB offers high flexibility, scalability, and performance for working with semi-structured and unstructured data.
What is MongoDB?
MongoDB is a free and open-source (SSPL/Apache 2.0) document-oriented NoSQL database that stores data in a JSON-like format called BSON (Binary JSON). Unlike relational databases that use fixed schemas, MongoDB stores “documents” (analogous to records) with a dynamic schema. This means documents in the same “collection” (similar to a table) can have different sets of fields — giving developers incredible flexibility.
2025-06-29
We’ve already explored relational databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQLite), which are great for structured data and complex queries. Now we move into the world of NoSQL, starting with one of its brightest stars — Redis (Remote Dictionary Server). Redis is an incredibly fast and versatile server often described as a “data structure server on steroids.”
What is Redis?
Redis is a free and open-source (BSD licensed) NoSQL key-value database that stores data in memory (in-memory). Unlike traditional disk-based databases, Redis is designed to deliver maximum data access speed. While it’s a key-value store, Redis stands out because the values can be not only strings but also rich data structures like strings, lists, sets, hashes, sorted sets with scores, bitmaps, and hyperloglogs.
2025-06-28
We’ve already explored the powerful server-based giants MySQL and PostgreSQL, but the database world is much more diverse. Today, we’re turning to a unique player — SQLite. Unlike its “bigger brothers,” SQLite is not a standalone server but an embedded library that stores the entire database in a single file.
What is SQLite?
SQLite is a free and public domain relational database management system (RDBMS). Its defining feature — and what sets it apart from other DBMSs — is that it does not require a separate server process. SQLite is implemented as a compact C library embedded directly into your application. The database is stored in one or more standard disk files, making deployment and usage incredibly simple.
2025-06-27
In the previous article, we covered MySQL — a reliable and popular leader in the world of relational databases. Today we turn to its main competitor, often called “the world’s most advanced open-source relational database” — PostgreSQL. Known for its strict SQL compliance, extensive feature set, and remarkable extensibility, PostgreSQL stands out among relational systems.
What is PostgreSQL?
PostgreSQL is a powerful, open-source (BSD-licensed) object-relational database management system (ORDBMS). It began as the POSTGRES project at the University of California, Berkeley in 1986 and was renamed PostgreSQL in 1996. Unlike purely relational systems, PostgreSQL incorporates object-oriented concepts, making it more flexible and powerful.