Creating your first Firebase Project: A Step by Step Guide
Firebase is an application development platform provided by Google that focuses on enabling developers to create powerful web applications with easy to use and easy to understand tools.
If you’re not familiar with Firebase, I would strongly encourage you to check out what they have to offer before reading through this tutorial.
Step 0
In order to use Firebase, you will need to first set up a Google account. If you don’t have a Google account, you can set one up here.
Step 1
Now that you have a Google account, you will be able to create a Firebase project. Make sure you’re signed into your Google account, and make your way to the Firebase homepage. Once you’re there, you will Get Started and be taken to the Firebase console.
Step 2
Now, you’re on the Firebase console homepage. The Firebase console homepage is a dashboard that shows you your current Firebase projects, helpful links to Firebase documentation, and a demo project that shows a glimpse into what a full-scale project would look like.
From this page, you’re going to Add a new Project under the Firebase Projects header.
Step 3
When you Add a New Project, you’ll first be prompted to enter a name for it. An important thing to consider when you’re creating a Firebase project is that it can house multiple databases, authentication sources, storage buckets, and much more as explained on their homepage.
For example, if you’re thinking of creating an application that stores information about pets in your local area, you could name the project Local Pets, but inside of it, house different databases for dogs, cats, lizards, etc. When in doubt, pick a descriptive name that works best for you.
Step 4
After choosing a name, you’ll be asked whether or not you’d like to include Google Analytics. They offer a short explanation on the selection page, but in case you’re curious, you can find out more about Google Analytics provided by Google Marketing Platform here.
Congratulations! You’ve set up your first Firebase project, and it was easy as pie. From here, the opportunities are endless. Now that you’ve got a Firebase project, a great place to start learning is the Firebase docs. Here, you can set up a multitude of web projects in the language of your choice.
