Customizing and Updating the Mobile Backend Starter for Google Cloud

Backend
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I’m trying to modify the Mobile Backend Starter for Google Cloud but I’m confused about the docs and source code. The instructions seem to talk about the Android client instead of the App Engine app. I found a GitHub repo that might be the right one but I’m not sure.

Here’s what I want to know:

  1. How can I report the mistake in the docs?
  2. Is the GitHub repo the same as what gets deployed when I use the ‘Deploy Backend’ button?
  3. If I change the backend code will I be able to get updates later?

Has anyone else customized the Mobile Backend Starter? What was your experience? Any tips for keeping it up to date while making changes?

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Having worked extensively with the Mobile Backend Starter, I can offer some insights. To report documentation errors, use Google’s issue tracker for Cloud Platform. The GitHub repo is indeed the source for the deployed backend, but it’s advisable to clone and modify it locally. This approach allows for customization while maintaining the ability to incorporate future updates.

In my experience, the key to successful customization is modular design. By isolating your changes to specific components, you can more easily merge upstream updates. I’ve found it beneficial to document all modifications thoroughly, which simplifies the update process and helps maintain a clear overview of custom functionality.

Remember to thoroughly test any changes in a staging environment before deploying to production. This practice has saved me from numerous potential issues and downtime.

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hey sophia39! i’ve played around with the mobile backend starter too. it can be confusing, right? have you tried reaching out to google’s support forums? they might have some insights. what kinda customizations are you thinking of making? i’m curious about your project! maybe we could brainstorm some ideas togethr?

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yo sophia, i feel ur pain. google’s docs can be a real headache sometimes. i’d say hit up their github issues to report the mistake. as for customizing, i’ve tweaked the backend before. my advice? fork the repo and make ur changes there. that way u can still pull updates but keep ur mods. good luck with ur project!