ToolJet

ToolJet is a comprehensive low-code platform designed to help developers and teams build internal tools, admin panels, and dashboards with minimal engineering effort. As a powerful alternative to Retool and Mendix, ToolJet provides a visual development environment that accelerates the creation of business applications while maintaining flexibility and customization options.

Key Features

• Visual Application Builder:

  • Intuitive drag-and-drop interface
  • 40+ pre-built UI components
  • Responsive design capabilities
  • Custom component library
  • Theme customization
  • Layout management tools

• Extensive Data Integration:

  • 30+ database connectors (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, etc.)
  • REST API and GraphQL integration
  • File storage connectors (S3, Google Drive, etc.)
  • Real-time data synchronization
  • Custom data source plugins
  • Data transformation tools

• Application Development:

  • Admin panel generators
  • Dashboard and analytics tools
  • CRUD application templates
  • Workflow automation tools
  • Form builders with validation
  • Data visualization components

• Collaboration Features:

  • Multi-user application editing
  • Version control and history
  • Comments and review system
  • Team workspaces
  • Role-based permissions
  • App sharing and embedding

• Deployment & Management:

  • One-click application deployment
  • Custom domain support
  • Environment management (dev/staging/prod)
  • Docker containerization
  • Kubernetes deployment
  • Auto-scaling capabilities

• Enterprise Capabilities:

  • Single sign-on (SSO) integration
  • Comprehensive audit logging
  • White-label customization
  • On-premise deployment options
  • Enterprise security features
  • Professional support services

• Developer Experience:

  • JavaScript code editor
  • Custom component development
  • API debugging tools
  • Error handling and logging
  • Import/export applications
  • CLI tools and automation

Technical Specifications

• Backend: Node.js with NestJS
• Frontend: React with TypeScript
• Database: PostgreSQL (primary), supports multiple databases
• Deployment: Docker, Kubernetes
• Supported Integrations: 30+ databases and APIs
• Authentication: OAuth, SAML, LDAP
• APIs: REST, GraphQL

Use Cases

• Admin Panels: Customer support dashboards, content management systems
• Business Intelligence: Analytics dashboards, reporting tools
• Workflow Tools: Approval systems, task management, process automation
• CRUD Applications: User management, inventory systems, order processing
• Internal Tools: Employee directories, expense management, project tracking

Unique Advantages

• Rapid Development: Build applications 10x faster than traditional development
• Retool Alternative: Open-source alternative with similar capabilities
• Extensive Integrations: Connect to virtually any data source or service
• Team Collaboration: Built-in collaboration features for team development
• Self-Hosted: Complete control over data and deployment
• Enterprise Ready: Production-grade features for large organizations