Learn JHIPSTER with Real Code Examples
Updated Nov 27, 2025
Architecture
Monolithic or microservices backend with Spring Boot
Frontend in Angular, React, or Vue
Optional API Gateway for microservices
Database access via JPA/Hibernate
Service registry and messaging for cloud-native apps
Rendering Model
Frontend components request data from backend REST APIs
Controllers handle HTTP requests
Services perform business logic
Repositories handle data persistence
Responses sent back to frontend for rendering
Architectural Patterns
Monolith or microservices
Entity-relationship-driven backend
Frontend SPA architecture
Service registry and API gateway for microservices
Docker/Kubernetes deployment and CI/CD pipelines
Real World Architectures
Enterprise SaaS platform
Microservices-based e-commerce
Internal business dashboards
Mobile backend API services
Cloud-native applications on Kubernetes
Design Principles
Full-stack scaffolding for rapid development
Opinionated architecture for consistency
Cloud-native deployment support
Entity-driven backend with CRUD and REST APIs
Extensible via Blueprints and generator modules
Scalability Guide
Deploy microservices independently
Use API gateway and service registry
Load balance frontend and backend
Cache frequently accessed data
Monitor performance and scale database clusters
Migration Guide
Follow JHipster upgrade instructions
Refactor entities if required
Update frontend dependencies
Test backend APIs and services
Deploy incrementally in production