Firebase Studio - Cheatsheet
Overview
Quick reference: Firebase Studio (2025) focuses on integrated developer workflows, environment orchestration, and safe cloud testing.
Core Features
Studio Capabilities
- One-click environment orchestration (emulators + test data)
- Integrated preview and smoke tests for serverless functions
- Automated config generation for hosting, Firestore rules, and functions
- Local-first debugging with safe cloud apply pipelines
Best Practices
- Keep emulators up to date and run full integration tests in CI before promotions.
- Use preview channels for staged releases and automated smoke tests.
- Use fine-grained security rules and test them with the Rules Playground.
Integration Tip
Use the Studio to generate IaC snippets for Terraform/Cloud Build pipelines and to produce reproducible preview environments for QA teams.