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Backend Integration

Backend Integration

The File Upload Module is designed to work with a backend that supports the following features:

  • File Upload: Allows users to upload files to the server.
  • File Deletion: Allows users to delete uploaded files.

Internal Implementation

The File Upload Module is designed to leverage the native functionality of each provider or REST API. This approach ensures optimal performance and seamless integration with the chosen backend solution. Here’s a more detailed explanation:

Provider-Specific Implementation

Each provider (such as Firebase Storage, Amazon S3, or a custom file storage solution) comes with its own set of built-in functions and methods for handling file operations. The File Upload Module takes advantage of these provider-specific features by:

  1. Utilizing Native SDKs: When available, the module uses the official SDKs or libraries provided by the service. This ensures that we’re using the most up-to-date and efficient methods for interacting with the backend storage.

  2. Adapting to Provider Strengths: Different providers may have unique strengths or specialized features (like Firebase’s security rules or S3’s bucket policies). The module’s internal implementation is tailored to make the best use of these provider-specific capabilities.

REST API Integration

For custom REST API implementations, the File Upload Module:

  1. Follows RESTful Principles: The module adheres to RESTful architecture principles when communicating with the backend API for file operations.

  2. Implements Custom Logic: Where necessary, custom logic is implemented to handle file chunking, resumable uploads, or other advanced features that may not be natively supported by the API.

Abstraction Layer

While the internal implementation relies on provider-specific or custom REST API functions, the File Upload Module presents a consistent interface to the rest of the application. This abstraction layer:

  1. Provides Uniformity: Regardless of the underlying provider, the module exposes a uniform set of methods for file upload, retrieval, and management operations.

  2. Facilitates Flexibility: The abstraction allows for easier switching between different storage providers or APIs without requiring significant changes to the application code that uses the File Upload Module.

By leveraging the inherent functions of each provider or API internally, the File Upload Module achieves a balance between utilizing the full capabilities of the chosen backend solution and maintaining a consistent, easy-to-use interface for the rest of the application.