As a developer with vast experience in both Python and Node.js, I’m confident I can provide a top-notch solution for your real-time crypto portfolio tracker. With regards to the heart of your project - real-time price updates, I’ll leverage my skills in both languages to incorporate efficient API integrations, bundling multiple cryptos together to respect rate limits. This way, whether the user wants to track 10 coins or 10,000 tokens, my tracker will be seamlessly adaptable.
Regarding your technical stack requirement, rest assured that I've worked extensively on Linux hosting using PHP, Python, and Node.js. So flexibility-wise, consider your needs more than met! Similarly, being well-versed with cryptocurrencies and their nuanced concepts like coin vs token and price vs market cap won't just be on academic display but fundamental to your real-time tracker’s development.
Apart from these critical features, I see great value in implementing password protection that keeps your portfolio private while maintaining ease of use. I’ll research the best/easiest way to achieve this without compromising on security or accessibility. Looking forward to elevating your idea using my passion and expertise in backend development (Python & Node.js), frontend development (React.js), databases (MySQL & MongoDB), Web Development (HTML/CSS/JS), API Development, and Database management for a robust,
user-friendly traced portfolio.