Overview
Backstage is the most popular tool for building IDPs. It provides a plugin-based architecture that allows organizations to customize the portal to their specific needs, integrating with tools like Kubernetes, GitHub, ArgoCD, and more.
Core Components
- Software Catalog: Tracks all software components (services, libraries, websites).
- Software Templates: Enables self-service creation of new projects.
- TechDocs: A 'docs-like-code' solution for centralized documentation.
- Plugins: A vast ecosystem of integrations for various DevOps tools.
Importance
Backstage has become the de facto standard for organizations looking to improve their developer experience through platform engineering.