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Auth

Overview

Temporary Python 3.13 partner auth service for Bubble

Auth is a temporary, public Python 3.13 FastAPI service that provides authentication helpers for partners and the Bubble (bubble.io) application. It may be refactored or retired as the platform evolves.

Service profile

FieldValue
Codeservices/auth/
Packageauth
RuntimePython 3.13 (FastAPI)
StatusTemporary
Primary ownerJohn Thomas
Secondary ownerNone
Primary consumersPartners, Bubble app
AuthX-API-Key header

Responsibilities

  • Verify partner JWTs against issuer JWKS.
  • Provide a stable ingress surface for Bubble/partner auth flows.
  • Enforce API key authentication and CORS policy.

Non-goals

  • Long-term identity provider or user management system.
  • Persisting authentication state or credentials.

Dependencies

  • Upstream: Partners and Bubble app.
  • Downstream: Google Secret Manager; JWKS endpoints; Sentry.

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Ownership

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Architecture

System design and data flow for Auth