Backstage

Backstage is an open source framework designed for building developer portals and internal developer platforms. Originally created by Spotify, it is now hosted by the Cloud Native Computing Foundation as an incubation project. Backstage aims to streamline complex software ecosystems by providing a centralized interface for software catalogs, infrastructure tools, services, and documentation, helping engineering teams manage and deliver software more efficiently.

The platform features a plugin-based architecture, allowing for customization and extensibility to fit various internal workflows. Backstage supports service management, infrastructure visibility, and documentation access, facilitating end-to-end software development processes. Its main offering is the developer portal framework, which includes a centralized software catalog and templates for creating new services or microservices, along with demos and documentation for users.

Backstage is utilized by engineering and product teams across various organizations, including notable names like Spotify, Netflix, and Mercedes-Benz.io.