Company Research Report: Retool
Company Overview
Name: Retool
Mission: Help companies to develop better software faster by creating tools that allow seamless integration of databases, customizable components, and code.
Founded: No information is available
Founder(s): No information is available
Key People:
- David Hsu, CEO
- Jean-Denis Greze, CTO at Plaid
- Henrique Dubugras, CEO at Brex
- Rohan Chopra, Director of Engineering at DoorDash
- Dean McRobie, CTO at CommonBond
- David Boskovitz, Software Engineer at Envoy
Headquarters: No information is available
Number of Employees: No information is available
Revenue: No information is available
Known For: Retool is predominantly known for providing a development platform that enables the quick building of internal tools, admin panels, and dashboards with minimal code. It offers robust integrations and the flexibility to customize rapidly for developers, aiming to free up valuable engineering time and resources.
Products
1. Apps
- Description: Platform for building internal applications with a comprehensive library of components.
- Key Features:
- 100+ extensible React components
- Integration capability with REST/GraphQL APIs
- Customizable to fit unique brand requirements
- Rapid component assembly for applications
2. Workflows
- Description: Automates processes by scheduling tasks, transforming data, and integrating system workflows.
- Key Features:
- Central deployment and governance
- Task automation and error monitoring
- Integration with Slack for notifications
3. Database
- Description: Facilitates connection and interaction with various databases for streamlined data management.
- Key Features:
- Integrates with databases like Postgres, MySQL, and MongoDB
- Supports cloud services like Amazon Redshift, Google BigQuery
- Easily manages SQL and database queries
4. Mobile
- Description: Platform features focusing on mobile application development, no detailed information provided.
- Key Features: No information is available
Recent Developments
Recent Developments:
- Q3 2024 Release: Revealed new features such as multipage applications, enhanced layouts, and real-time collaboration features.
- Partnerships: Enhanced partnerships with Google Cloud and BigQuery integrations, and a new integration with Amazon Bedrock was introduced.
New Products Launched:
- Retool University: A new initiative launched aimed at developer education.
New Features Added:
- Multiplayer Editing: Introduced to enable real-time collaboration in app development.
- External App Capability: Development of secure portals for external stakeholders like customers and vendors.
New Partnerships:
- Amazon Bedrock: Previous integration efforts were enhanced.
- Databricks: Collaborative effort to develop secure enterprise applications more efficiently.
By providing customizable, ready-to-integrate tools, Retool significantly reduces the infrastructure investment traditionally associated with internal tools development, allowing teams to focus on higher-impact projects.
