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Ring Data Layers

This document outlines the sophisticated data layer architecture used in the Ring platform, focusing on the [page-wrapper-content] part of the chain and briefly mentioning other components.

Data Layer Architecture​

The Ring platform employs a flexible and powerful data layer architecture that separates concerns and allows for efficient data flow. The main components of this architecture are:

  1. Service Layer
  2. Router Layer
  3. API Layer
  4. Page Layer
  5. Wrapper Layer
  6. Content Layer

[Page-Wrapper-Content] Chain​

The [Page-Wrapper-Content] chain is a crucial part of the Ring platform's frontend architecture. It provides a flexible and modular approach to building user interfaces. Let's explore each component:

Page Layer​

The Page layer is responsible for:

  • Handling route-specific logic
  • Fetching initial data
  • Managing server-side rendering
  • Passing data and functions to the Wrapper component

Viable options:

  • Next.js Pages
  • Next.js App Router (used in Ring)
  • Custom page components with routing logic

Wrapper Layer​

The Wrapper layer acts as an intermediary between the Page and Content layers, providing:

  • State management
  • Authentication checks
  • Layout consistency
  • Passing down props and functions to the Content component

Viable options:

  • Higher-Order Components (HOCs)
  • React Context Providers
  • Custom wrapper components

Content Layer​

The Content layer is responsible for:

  • Rendering the actual UI components
  • Handling user interactions
  • Displaying data received from the Wrapper layer
  • Making API calls when necessary

Viable options:

  • Functional React components
  • Class-based React components
  • Specialized content components (e.g., forms, lists, dashboards)

Other Data Layer Components​

While the [Page-Wrapper-Content] chain focuses on the frontend, other crucial components in the Ring data layer architecture include:

Service Layer​

The Service layer handles business logic and data processing. It interacts with databases, external APIs, and other services.

Router Layer​

The Router layer manages the application's routing, determining which components to render based on the URL.

API Layer​

The API layer provides endpoints for the frontend to interact with the backend, handling data requests and responses.

Conclusion​

The Ring platform's data layer architecture, particularly the [Page-Wrapper-Content] chain, offers a flexible and scalable approach to building complex web applications. By separating concerns and providing clear boundaries between layers, it allows for easier maintenance, testing, and future enhancements.