I'm new to web development and I'm currently building a web app where the data for each puzzle is stored in JSON format. Each JSON file is around 5KB, and I expect to have a few thousand files at most. I'm considering different storage options: should I keep them as static files in a folder on the server, use object or blob storage, or store them in a database like MongoDB or PostgreSQL? I'm aiming for a cost-efficient solution for now, but I might want to track stats or user data on the server later on.
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Storing your JSON as static files in a 'public/' directory on your server is totally fine! At 5KB each, that's really lightweight, and you won't run into any performance issues with a few thousand files.
If your JSON files are mostly static and don’t change frequently, using blob storage with a CDN would be a solid choice. It can improve load times significantly for your users.
A set of static files on the server should work perfectly for you! Just keep them organized and you’ll be good to go.
Agreed! A CDN can really enhance the user experience, especially when you have a lot of files to serve.