GCP Firebase Platform

A GCP Firebase Platform is a GCP cloud application platform that provides GCP Firebase backend services for GCP Firebase mobile application development and GCP Firebase web application development.

AKA: Firebase, Google Firebase, Firebase BaaS Platform.
Context:
- It can (typically) provide GCP Firebase Backend Services through GCP Firebase cloud infrastructure.
- It can (typically) enable GCP Firebase Real-time Database for GCP Firebase real-time data synchronization.
- It can (typically) support GCP Firebase Authentication Service with GCP Firebase authentication providers.
- It can (typically) deliver GCP Firebase Cloud Functions for GCP Firebase serverless computing.
- It can (typically) manage GCP Firebase Cloud Storage for GCP Firebase file storage.
- It can (typically) include Firebase SDKs for GCP Firebase client-side integration.
- It can (typically) include Firebase Services, such as Firebase Analytics, Firebase Authentication Service, Firebase Real-time Database, Firebase Cloud Functions, Firebase Hosting, Firebase Cloud Messaging, Firebase Performance Monitoring, Firebase Test Lab.
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- It can (often) integrate GCP Firebase Analytics for GCP Firebase user behavior tracking.
- It can (often) provide GCP Firebase Cloud Messaging for GCP Firebase push notifications.
- It can (often) support GCP Firebase Performance Monitoring SDK for GCP Firebase app performance tracking.
- It can (often) enable GCP Firebase Remote Config for GCP Firebase dynamic configuration.
- It can (often) deliver GCP Firebase Crashlytics for GCP Firebase crash reporting.
- It can (often) implement GCP Firebase ML Kit for GCP Firebase machine learning capabilities.
- It can (often) provide GCP Firebase App Distribution for GCP Firebase pre-release testing.
- It can (often) support GCP Firebase AI Logic for GCP Firebase generative AI integration.
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- It can range from being a Simple GCP Firebase Platform to being a Complex GCP Firebase Platform, depending on its GCP Firebase service integration level.
- It can range from being a Mobile-Focused GCP Firebase Platform to being a Full-Stack GCP Firebase Platform, depending on its GCP Firebase application scope.
- It can range from being a Basic GCP Firebase Platform to being an AI-Enhanced GCP Firebase Platform, depending on its GCP Firebase AI capability integration.
- It can range from being a Traditional GCP Firebase Platform to being a Modern GCP Firebase Platform, depending on its GCP Firebase technological era.
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- It can integrate with Front-End Frameworks by using a Firebase JavaScript library.
- It can integrate with Google Cloud Platform Services for GCP Firebase cloud computing resources.
- It can connect to GCP BigQuery for GCP Firebase data analytics through Firebase Export to BigQuery.
- It can interface with Google Cloud Storage for GCP Firebase scalable storage.
- It can communicate with GCP Cloud Functions for GCP Firebase serverless backend logic.
- It can synchronize with Google Analytics for GCP Firebase comprehensive analytics.
- It can include Firebase Extensions for GCP Firebase pre-built functionality.
- It can support GCP Firebase App Hosting for GCP Firebase full-stack web application deployment.
- It can leverage GCP Firebase Genkit for GCP Firebase server-side AI development.
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Example(s):
- GCP Firebase Platform Service Evolutions, such as:
  - Firebase (2011), as Envolve startup providing real-time chat APIs.
  - Firebase (2012), launching Firebase Realtime Database as first product.
  - Firebase (2014), introducing Firebase Hosting and Firebase Authentication before Google acquisition.
  - Firebase (October 2014), being acquired by Google for undisclosed amount.
  - Firebase (2015), integrating Divshot web-hosting platform.
  - Firebase (May 2016), becoming unified backend-as-a-service platform at Google I/O 2016 with Firebase Analytics.
  - Firebase (2018), launching ML Kit for mobile machine learning.
  - Firebase (2019), enhancing Firebase Test Lab and Firebase Performance Monitoring.
  - Firebase (2020), expanding Firebase Emulator Suite for local development.
  - Firebase (2022), introducing Firebase Extensions and enhanced security features.
  - Firebase (2023), beginning AI integration with Vertex AI capabilities.
  - Firebase (May 2024), launching Vertex AI for Firebase (later Firebase AI Logic) and Firebase App Hosting at Google I/O 2024.
  - Firebase (April 2025), introducing Firebase Studio for AI-powered app development with Gemini integration.
  - Firebase (May 2025), evolving Vertex AI in Firebase to Firebase AI Logic with expanded AI model support.
- GCP Firebase Platform Service Components, such as:
- GCP Firebase SDK Implementations, such as:
- GCP Firebase Industry Solutions, such as:
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Counter-Example(s):
- AWS Amplify Service, which lacks GCP Firebase Google Cloud integration.
- Microsoft Azure Mobile Services, which uses Azure cloud infrastructure.
- Parse Platform, which requires self-hosted deployment.
- OutSystems, which focuses on enterprise low-code development.
- Salesforce Lightning Platform, which targets CRM-centric applications.
- Kinvey, including NativeChat, NativeScript and Kendo UI.
- SAP Extension Suite, which serves SAP ecosystem integration.
- Microsoft Power Apps, which emphasizes business user development.
- ServiceNow Now Platform, which specializes in workflow automation.
See: Google Cloud Platform, Backend-as-a-Service, GCP Firebase SDK, Mobile Application Development Platform, Cloud Application Platform, Firebase Performance Monitoring SDK, GCP Cloud Firestore, Mobile Backend as a Service, Mobile Application Development, Mobile Application, Crashlytics, Firebase Performance, GCP Firebase AI Logic, GCP Firebase Studio, GCP Firebase Genkit, GCP Firebase App Hosting, GCP Firebase Analytics Service, GCP Firebase Performance Monitoring Service, Firebase Export to BigQuery, 3rd-Party Software Development Platform, 3rd-Party Software Development Framework, Cloud-based Web Development Service, Project IDX.

References

2023

chat
- Q: Describe in detail how GCP Firebase can be used to develop a Web-based application.
- A: Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Firebase is a comprehensive mobile and web application development platform that provides developers with a number of powerful tools, including real-time data synchronization, authentication, user management, analytics, and more. GCP Firebase can be used to develop a full-stack web application from scratch or to add features to an existing web application.
  To get started, developers can create a Firebase project using the Firebase console. This will provide them with access to a variety of features, such as the Firebase Authentication service, which enables users to log in using Google, Facebook, or Twitter accounts. The Firebase Real-time Database is a cloud-hosted NoSQL database that allows developers to store and sync data across multiple devices in real-

2022

(Wikipedia, 2022) ⇒ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Firebase Retrieved:2022-1-17.
- Firebase is a platform developed by Google for creating mobile and web applications. It was originally an independent company founded in 2011. In 2014, Google acquired the platform and it is now their flagship offering for app development.

2022

https://firebase.google.com/firebase-and-gcp
- QUOTE: Firebase is Google's mobile development platform.
  - Helps you build apps and grow your user base.
  - Used by client-side app developers (both web & mobile).
  - Used for building a new mobile app, augmenting an existing app with new functionality and growing an audience.

2021

https://infotrust.com/articles/ga4-firebase-analytics-differences/
- QUOTE: ... While you may be familiar with GA4, you may not be with Google’s unified mobile app platform, GCP Firebase Platform|Firebase]]. This powerful resource includes a suite of mobile app tools that not only aid in app development (like cloud messaging, cloud storage, hosting, and testing), but also can engage your app’s audience via in-app messaging, dynamic links, and A/B testing. In addition, Firebase monetizes your app with an AdMob integration and helps with app measurement thanks to Firebase Crashlytics and Google Analytics for Firebase ...

2021

https://hevodata.com/learn/firebase-bigquery-integration/
- QUOTE: Google Firebase is a Backend-as-a-Service(BaaS) that started out as a small organization called Evolve in 2011. After being acquired by Google in 2014, it rapidly evolved to become the next-generation app-development platform and was integrated with the Google Cloud Platform. ...
  ... The various services that are provided by Google Firebase to its users are as follows: