Choosing the tech stack is one of the most important early decisions for startups. In 2026, the field has narrowed significantly: TypeScript dominates both backend and frontend.
For most startups, a pragmatic stack is sufficient: Next.js or Astro for the frontend, a managed database like Supabase or PlanetScale, and Vercel or Fly.io for deployment.
The key is to avoid introducing technology the team does not master. Speed beats perfection in the early phase. Scaling only becomes relevant when there are real users.
