Explore serverless architecture with Firebase and Google Cloud Platform in this 51-minute conference talk. Gain insights into building real-world mobile and web applications using Firebase's comprehensive suite of tools. Learn about the new Firestore database, cloud functions, authentication, storage, hosting, and analytics/marketing features. Discover when serverless architecture is ideal for business needs and understand the advantages and challenges of implementing Firebase. Examine a real-world application rewrite case study to uncover valuable lessons and best practices. By the end of the talk, acquire a solid understanding of how Firebase components integrate and determine if it's the right fit for your development team.