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Lowdefy

An open-source low-code framework to build web apps, admin panels, and internal tools with YAML.

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LicenseApache-2.0
GitHub stars3.2k
Last commit1 weeks ago
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Admin Panel BuilderInternal ToolsJavascriptLow Code YamlDeveloper ToolsDeclarative Ui
Overview

Why consider Lowdefy?

Lowdefy is an open-source low-code framework written in JavaScript. It lets developers build responsive internal web apps, CRUD admin portals, and data dashboards entirely by configuring declarative YAML or JSON files without frontend boilerplate code.

Guided learning

Learn Lowdefy by building

Practical setup notes, real use cases, and copy-ready examples in one focused guide.

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Overview of Lowdefy

Lowdefy builds secure internal business tools and CRUD workflows from Git-versioned YAML configurations.

Quickstart

bash
1npx lowdefy@latest init
2npx lowdefy@latest dev

Lowdefy is licensed under the Apache License Version 2.0.

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Lowdefy FAQs

Lowdefy is listed as a Developer Tools tool on TiloBox. Review the overview, features, and official documentation on this page to decide whether it solves your specific workflow.

Start with the project's GitHub repository and official website for supported installation and deployment instructions. Test the setup with representative data or a small project before rolling it out more widely.

Lowdefy is listed under the Apache-2.0 license. Read the complete license text and the project's notices before using, modifying, or distributing the software.

Production readiness depends on your requirements. Review maintenance activity, security practices, documentation, backup and upgrade procedures, and compatibility with your stack; then validate it in a non-production environment.

Lowdefy is listed as an alternative to Retool. Compare the core workflow, deployment model, integrations, and licensing against your must-have requirements before switching.