Lowdefy

You can get started with Lowdefy by running the command `npx lowdefy@latest dev` in your terminal. This command initializes a new Lowdefy project, allowing you to start building your app immediately without needing to sign up.

The config-first approach in Lowdefy means that you describe your entire web application using declarative YAML or JSON configuration. This configuration handles the 80% of the app, while code is used for the remaining 20%. It makes apps easier to review, maintain, and upgrade.

Lowdefy ensures security by using schema-validated configuration, which means no arbitrary code paths or hidden logic can be introduced. Additionally, auth, permissions, and data validation are built into the runtime, and the config is interpreted rather than executed, preventing code injection.

Yes, Lowdefy supports integrations with various databases like MongoDB, PostgreSQL, MySQL, and SQLite, as well as APIs such as REST, Elasticsearch, and Google Sheets. It also supports authentication providers through Auth.js and has a plugin ecosystem for extended functionality.

Yes, Lowdefy is designed for enterprise use. It powers internal tools, admin panels, client portals, and dashboards for teams around the world. The framework is built on Next.js and Auth.js, making it production-ready, deployable anywhere, and version-controlled in Git.

For custom application development, you can reach out to Resonancy, a company founded by the Lowdefy team. They offer services like building custom internal tools, data integration, workflow automation, AI, data science, and managed hosting. They have over 10 years of experience and have deployed 50+ internal tools.

Yes, Lowdefy is open source and licensed under Apache 2.0. This means you can use, modify, and distribute it freely, and the community helps shape every release.

Lowdefy's config-first approach means that updates to the framework itself do not require changes to your application configuration. When you update Lowdefy, all your apps benefit from the update without needing migration scripts, ensuring consistency and ease of maintenance.