Caffeine – Minimum viable back end for prototyping

In plain words

Caffeine is a minimal backend framework designed for developers building prototypes. It provides essential backend functionality without unnecessary complexity, allowing makers to test ideas quickly. The tool strips away overhead while maintaining core features needed for rapid development and experimentation. Ideal for those prototyping applications who want to focus on frontend logic rather than infrastructure setup.

written from the facts on this page · September 2026

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