Prototyping and production modes
Cadrant operates in two modes depending on whether you've connected a Supabase account to your project. Understanding the difference will help you know when to switch to production.
Prototyping mode
Default mode with no Supabase connected. Ideal for validating an idea or presenting an interactive mockup before investing in a backend.
- Temporary data in browser memory
- Simulated authentication
- No persistence between sessions
- Fast iteration, no setup
Production mode
Connect a Supabase account and your app becomes a real product with a full backend ready for real users.
- Persistent PostgreSQL database
- Real auth (email, OAuth, magic links)
- File storage and edge functions
- Shared, lasting data