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Dataknobs ConsultingData-Driven Strategies for a Smarter Business About DataknobsAt Dataknobs, we specialize in helping businesses make smarter decisions through advanced analytics, data engineering, and strategic insights. Whether you're looking to optimize your operations, launch data platforms, or embed AI, we provide tailored consulting to help you scale. Our Consulting Services
Architecting Your Modern BlogAn interactive guide to choosing the right web architecture for your needs, from traditional platforms to modern cloud-native solutions. Three Core ParadigmsNearly all websites run on the cloud. The critical difference is *how* they are built. Your choice of architecture will define your site's performance, security, cost, and agility. Let's explore the three dominant models. MonolithicBest for: **Content-Driven Sites** Represented by traditional WordPress, this model bundles the frontend, backend, and database into a single, tightly-coupled application. It offers unparalleled content management power and a vast plugin ecosystem. Integrated PaaSBest for: **Simplicity & Speed-to-Market** Offered by builders like Wix and Squarespace, this is an all-in-one, fully managed service. It abstracts away all technical complexity, providing a "it just works" solution with zero maintenance for the user. Composable (Jamstack)Best for: **Performance & Security** A modern, decoupled approach. It pre-builds the frontend into static files served by a global CDN, using APIs to handle dynamic features. This results in maximum speed, security, and scalability. At-a-Glance ComparisonThis chart visualizes the core trade-offs between the architectures across key strategic vectors. A larger shape indicates stronger performance in that area. Use the tabs below to explore the detailed analysis for each vector. Find Your FitThe best architecture aligns with your primary goal. Select the factor that is most critical to your project's success to see a tailored recommendation. An Alternative Path: The Hybrid ModelFor those who need the content management power of WordPress but demand the performance and security of a modern architecture, a hybrid "Headless" approach offers the best of both worlds. Headless WordPress + JamstackThis strategy decouples WordPress, using it only as a content repository (the "body"). The frontend (the "head") is a separate, high-performance Jamstack application. Content editors use the familiar WordPress admin, but the public-facing site is a set of fast, secure, pre-rendered files served from a global CDN. This preserves the excellent Content Editor Experience (CX) while gaining all the benefits of the Composable architecture. WordPress Admin (Content Creation)
↓ API Call ↓
Jamstack Build Process (e.g., Next.js)
↓ Deploy ↓
Global CDN (Serves Static Site to Users)
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