Qstash Headless Reminder (poc)

No need to rely on Node.js, cron, or npm anymore; Qstash will handle the cron job. If it fails, it will retry itself, and we can also monitor cron jobs.

This repository contains a simple backend for users to create appointments with doctors. Additionally, it will send push notifications to users' mobile devices when the appointment meeting is scheduled.

This repository contains a simple backend built with:

• Express.js: For handling server-side operations.
• Firebase (DB): Utilized for managing the database.
• Qstash (Headless Cron): Handling scheduled tasks seamlessly.

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Cons of Legacy Node.js Cron Jobs:

• Deployment Dependency:

  • Redeploying code can disrupt Node.js cron jobs, leading to potential failures and missed tasks during deployment periods.

• Limited Monitoring:

  • Traditional Node.js cron jobs lack built-in monitoring, making it challenging to easily track, identify, and troubleshoot issues.

• Manual Retry:

  • In case of failure, manual intervention is required to trigger a retry, which may lead to delays in critical task execution.

• Management Complexity:

  • Managing traditional Node.js cron jobs lacks a centralized system, making it more complex to organize and monitor cron tasks efficiently.

• Server Dependence:

  • Running cron jobs within a Node.js server can limit server resources and hinder scalability, especially in a serverless architecture.

Pros of Qstash (Headless Cron):

• Automatic Retry:

  • Qstash automates job retry on failure, ensuring tasks are retried without manual intervention, improving reliability.

• Continuous Operation During Deployment:

  • Redeploying code does not impact Qstash cron jobs, ensuring uninterrupted operation during code updates or deployments.

• Built-in Monitoring:

  • Qstash provides a management system with built-in monitoring capabilities, simplifying the tracking and troubleshooting of cron jobs.

• Serverless Support:

  • Qstash supports a serverless approach, allowing for efficient resource utilization without the need for a dedicated server for cron jobs.

• Reliability and Predictability:

  • Qstash offers a more reliable and predictable environment for cron jobs, reducing the likelihood of task failures.

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Note: Firebase, Qstash data, and keys in this repository will be deleted soon.

For more details on optional parameters and configuration, refer to Qstash Documentation.