config-modes
Installation
SKILL.md
Configuration Modes
Bknd supports three configuration modes that determine where and how your application's configuration (entity schemas, auth settings, media config) is stored and managed.
What You'll Learn
- Choose between UI-only, Code-only, and Hybrid modes
- Set up mode switching for development vs production
- Use mode helpers for automated syncing
- Understand v0.20.0 improvements
Quick Reference
| Mode | Config Storage | Best For | Read-Only |
|---|---|---|---|
UI-only ("db") |
Database (__bknd table) |
Prototyping, content apps | No |
Code-only ("code") |
TypeScript config file | Production, serverless | Yes |
| Hybrid | File-based (dev) + Code (prod) | Visual dev + code prod | Yes (prod) |