This looks very cool and I could use it but I would be more happy for an EU version of this where I can simply pay you for hosting it for me, at least until I know my app or project is successful. I think there is a room for a Plausible version of auth. I think it's good that you offer to self-host it but honestly that is a bit of work as well.
I use a js-only backend so installing Java as a dependency maybe isn't the biggst deal but it's still something I will have to consider.
Even if it's more work to configure and setup an auth myself I will know the intimate details of how it works and don't have to spend time learning another tool in another language. Both takes time and since I've implemented auth several times already it isn't that big of a deal for me.
You wouldnt need to install your own JDK. We package it all nicely in a docker container so you do not have to worry about it. This makes running SuperTokens just like running any other http microservice.
But yes, your point is valid. If you'd like to be able to know the intimate details and make modifications (that we dont offer), then this would hold true. But all in all, the reasons we picked java were:
Java has a very mature ecosystem. This implies that third party libraries have been battled tested. It's strong type system ensures fewer bugs and easier maintainability. This is especially important when many people are expected to work on the same project (for open source).
Well, I don't really use docker for my own stuff so installing it to simply use a third party application seems harder than simply installing the software required.
I am not questioning your choice of language. It's all fine and dandy I am just questioning myself and if I have enough willpower to actually host it myself. :)
I use a js-only backend so installing Java as a dependency maybe isn't the biggst deal but it's still something I will have to consider.
Even if it's more work to configure and setup an auth myself I will know the intimate details of how it works and don't have to spend time learning another tool in another language. Both takes time and since I've implemented auth several times already it isn't that big of a deal for me.