Headless CMS
A headless CMS (Content Management System) is a back-end-only content management system that provides a way to manage and store content, while leaving the presentation of that content to be handled by a separate front-end application. In a headless CMS, the content is stored in a database and served through APIs, which can be consumed by any front-end technology, such as a website, mobile application, or voice-activated device.
The headless approach allows for greater flexibility and scalability, as the front-end and back-end can be developed and deployed independently. This means that the front-end can be updated or changed without affecting the back-end, and vice versa. Additionally, the front-end can be designed to work across multiple platforms, devices, and channels, enabling a consistent user experience.
Headless CMSs are often used by organizations that need to deliver content to multiple devices and platforms, or who want to decouple the presentation of their content from their content management system. This allows them to prioritize their development efforts on delivering a compelling user experience, without being held back by the limitations of their CMS.
However, headless CMSs can also be more complex and require a higher level of technical expertise compared to traditional, monolithic CMSs, which include both the front-end and back-end in a single system.