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JAQ Stack

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https://jaqstack.org

A Rapid Application Development (RAD) archetype that combines Java (with Helidon), Angular, Jersey, and MongoDB to provide a ready-to-run foundation for modern web applications without the need for glue code.

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What's inside JAQ Stack

  1. Overview of the JAQ Stack architecture

    The JAQ Stack is a pragmatic, cloud-native technology combination consisting of:

    • Java 21: Provides virtual threads, pattern matching, and record classes.
    • Helidon MP 4.3.1: A lightweight MicroProfile implementation for the backend (running on port 8080).
    • Angular 20.0.0: A high-performance frontend framework (running on port 4200).
    • MongoDB 3.9.1: A NoSQL document database for flexible data storage.

    The architecture follows a layered approach: Angular Frontend $ ightarrow$ Helidon MP Backend (REST API) $ ightarrow$ MongoDB Database.

  2. Overview of the JAQ Stack technology stack

    JAQ Stack is a unified tech stack designed for scalability, performance, and developer productivity. It combines enterprise Java development with modern web technologies. The core components include:

    • Backend: Java using the Helidon framework
    • Frontend: Angular
    • Database: MongoDB
    • Containerization: Docker
    • Runtime: OpenJDK

  3. Overview of the JAQ Stack architecture

    The JAQ Stack is a pragmatic combination of technologies designed for performance and developer experience. It consists of:

    • Java 21: Provides virtual threads, pattern matching, and record classes.
    • Helidon MP 4.3.1: A lightweight, cloud-native MicroProfile implementation for the backend.
    • Angular 20.0.0: A modern frontend framework with improved performance and type safety.
    • MongoDB 3.9.1: A NoSQL document database suitable for flexible schemas.

  4. Overview of the JAQ Stack architecture

    The JAQ Stack is a pragmatic combination of technologies designed for performance and developer experience. It consists of:

    • Java 21: Provides virtual threads, pattern matching, and record classes.
    • Helidon MP 4.3.1: A lightweight, cloud-native MicroProfile implementation for the backend.
    • Angular 20.0.0: A modern frontend framework with improved performance and type safety.
    • MongoDB 3.9.1: A NoSQL document database ideal for flexible schemas.

    The architecture follows a layered approach: Angular Frontend (Port 4200) $ ightarrow$ Helidon MP Backend (Port 8080) $ ightarrow$ MongoDB Database (Database: jaqstack, Collection: blogposts).

  5. Overview of JAQ Stack capabilities

    JAQ Stack is an open-source (MIT license) development foundation designed to accelerate the transition from idea to prototype by removing the need to manually wire together frontends, backends, and databases. Key features include:

    • Rapid Prototyping: Uses pre-built archetypes to reduce boilerplate setup.
    • Modularity: Supports swapping databases, frontend frameworks, or cloud targets.
    • AI Integration: Provides drop-in LLM connectors, retrieval layers, and prompt versioning via Helidon MCP.
    • Tech Stack: Powered by Java, Helidon Framework, Angular, and MongoDB.

  6. Overview of the JAQ Stack architecture

    The JAQ Stack is a combination of Java 21, Angular 20, Helidon MP, and MongoDB. It follows a layered architecture where an Angular frontend (port 4200) communicates via HTTP/REST with a Helidon MP backend (port 8080), which in turn persists data to a MongoDB database (database: jaqstack, collection: blogposts).

  7. Overview of the JAQ Stack architecture

    The JAQ Stack (pronounced "jack stack") is a Rapid Application Development (RAD) archetype designed to eliminate boilerplate and glue code. It integrates three core technologies into a cohesive blueprint:

    • Frontend: Angular application featuring built-in routing and state management.
    • Backend: Helidon SE (Java), providing a lightweight, cloud-native microservice that exposes RESTful APIs.
    • Database: MongoDB (default), providing flexible, schema-less data storage (though the 'Q' represents any SQL or NoSQL data layer).

    Integration across these layers is handled via type-safe contracts, shared validation rules, and unified error handling.

  8. Overview of the JAQ Stack architecture

    The JAQ Stack is a pragmatic combination of technologies designed for performance and developer experience. It consists of:

    • Java 21: Utilizes virtual threads, pattern matching, and record classes.
    • Helidon MP 4.3.1: A lightweight, cloud-native MicroProfile implementation for the backend.
    • Angular 20.0.0: A modern frontend framework with improved performance and type safety.
    • MongoDB 3.9.1: A NoSQL document database.

    The architecture follows a layered approach: Angular Frontend (Port 4200) $\rightarrow$ Helidon MP Backend (Port 8080) $\rightarrow$ MongoDB (Database: jaqstack, Collection: blogposts).

  9. Overview of the JaqStack platform

    JaqStack is a modern web development platform designed for building scalable and maintainable applications using current technologies. The platform focuses on innovation, high-quality solution delivery, and the growth of a developer community.

  10. Access JAQ Stack Docker images

    JAQ Stack provides ready-to-run Docker images for quick starts, demos, and workshops. Because JAQ Stack is part of the Docker-Sponsored Open Source Program, public image pulls are not subject to standard rate limits.
    # Example: Pulling from the JAQ Stack organization
docker pull jaqstack/<image-name>

  11. JAQ Stack Technical Specifications

    The JAQ Stack is a modern web application architecture consisting of the following versions and technologies:

    • Java: Version 21
    • Backend Framework: Helidon MP 4.3.1 (MicroProfile)
    • Frontend Framework: Angular 20.0.0
    • Database: MongoDB 3.9.1

  12. Best practices for JAQ Stack development

    When implementing applications with the JAQ Stack, apply the following architectural patterns:

    1. Separation of Concerns: Maintain a strict boundary between presentation (Angular), business logic (Helidon), and data access (MongoDB).
    2. Dependency Injection: Use CDI (Contexts and Dependency Injection) in the Java backend and Angular's built-in DI in the frontend.
    3. CORS Handling: Explicitly handle OPTIONS requests to resolve CORS preflight issues.
    4. Type Safety: Leverage TypeScript in the frontend to catch errors at compile time.