I'm just starting out in web development and eager to explore building my own websites and web apps. I've been hearing a lot about Laravel being a great choice for backend development because of its simplicity and how it's easy to manage. On the frontend side, Angular is often mentioned for its structure, especially in enterprise applications. I've noticed that Angular users seem to pair it more with Nest.js, Next.js, .NET, or Java Spring, while Laravel users generally lean towards React or Vue. I'm curious about what real developers think. I've already created one website with Laravel and Angular and am beginning another project. Should I stick with this combination or consider switching my backend or frontend frameworks altogether?
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As someone who develops in Angular daily, I can vouch for the Angular + Laravel combo. Just because you don't see it as often doesn't mean it isn't valid. Laravel is fantastic for handling the API side in tandem with Angular. The idea that Angular must be paired with Nest.js is a common misconception; Angular is strictly for the frontend. My advice? Focus on mastering one stack, whether it’s Angular + Laravel or React + Laravel. The framework debates fade once you begin delivering projects!
That's super helpful, thanks! What kind of authentication setup do you usually use with Laravel and Angular? I've been curious about using JWT or something else.