Self-Hosted Low Code Development: 45 Open-Source Apps
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Homelab Novice
Wants it running tonight, with one command.
Node RED23.8k
Low-code programming for event-driven applications.
- Live demo
- Documented
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Homelab Expert
Runs a stack already and wants it to plug in.
Strapi73.4k
Strapi is an open-source, self-hosted headless CMS that helps developers build content APIs quickly and provides content creators with an editing interface.
- REST or GraphQL API
- Postgres support
See all85/100 fitHow well this app matches homelab experts, 0 to 100
Homelab Hacker
Wants control: APIs, scripts and many ways to run it.
Langflow156.1k
Langflow is a platform for building and deploying AI-powered agents and workflows with a visual builder, API deployment, and MCP server support.
- Scriptable API
- Many ways to install
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45 projects
Langflow
156.1k
Langflow is a platform for building and deploying AI-powered agents and workflows with a visual builder, API deployment, and MCP server support.
Low Code DevelopmentAutomation ToolsModel Context Protocol+2
11 Containers
Strapi
73.4k
Strapi is an open-source, self-hosted headless CMS that helps developers build content APIs quickly and provides content creators with an editing interface.
CMS PlatformsPermissive LicenseSelf Hosting Solutions+2
2 Containers
Appwrite
57.8k
Appwrite is an open-source development platform that provides backend infrastructure, authentication, databases, storage, functions, messaging, and web hosting in one place.
Low Code DevelopmentPermissive LicenseSelf Hosting Solutions+4
36 Containers
Appsmith
41.1k
An open-source low-code platform for building, deploying, and maintaining custom applications.
Low Code DevelopmentPermissive LicenseAutomation Tools+3
Node RED
23.8k
Low-code programming for event-driven applications.
IoT PlatformsPermissive LicenseAutomation Tools+3
Fully FOSS
Kestra
30.0k
Kestra is an open-source event-driven orchestration platform for building scheduled and real-time workflows with YAML and a web UI.
Automation ToolsTask RunnersPermissive License+1
Mathesar
5.2k
Mathesar is a self-hosted web application that provides a spreadsheet-like interface for viewing, editing, querying, and collaborating on PostgreSQL data.
Database ManagementCopyleft LicenseLow Code Development+1
Typebot
10.6k
Typebot is a visual chatbot builder for creating advanced chatbots, embedding them in web or mobile apps, and collecting results in real time.
Custom CommunicationsWebsite BuildersLow Code Development+4
Manifest
7.6k
Manifest is an OpenClaw plugin that routes requests to the most cost-effective LLM and provides a dashboard for tracking usage and costs.
Low Code DevelopmentArtificial IntelligencePermissive License+4
Telemetry: Opt-Out
DreamFactory
1.8k
DreamFactory is a self-hosted platform that provides governed API access to databases and other data sources for enterprise applications and local LLMs.
API ManagementDatabase ManagementLow Code Development+3
Lowdefy
3.0k
Lowdefy is a config-first web app framework for building production-ready internal tools and business apps with AI-generated, schema-validated configuration.
IDE ToolsAutomation ToolsLow Code Development+3
beelzebub
2.2k
Beelzebub is a low-code honeypot framework for simulating high-interaction attack surfaces and detecting malicious activity across multiple protocols.
Network UtilitiesPermissive LicenseLow Code Development+2
Budibase
28.4k
Budibase is an open-source operations platform for building AI agents, apps, and automations.
Low Code DevelopmentAutomation ToolsDatabase Management+5
2 ContainersOpen CoreOpen Core
XWiki
1.3k
A generic wiki platform that provides runtime services for applications built on top of it.
WikisCopyleft LicenseCMS Platforms+4
ToolJet
41.1k
An open-source platform for building and deploying internal tools, workflows, and AI agents with a visual app builder.
Low Code DevelopmentAutomation ToolsAI Agents+2
Open Core
Saltcorn
2.1k
Saltcorn is an open source no-code database application builder for creating web and mobile database apps.
Low Code DevelopmentPermissive LicenseWebsite Builders+2
2 Containers
SQLPage
2.6k
An SQL-only web app builder that turns database queries into interactive websites.
Low Code DevelopmentWebsite BuildersDatabase Management+3
TrailBase
5.7k
TrailBase is a single-executable Firebase alternative with type-safe REST and realtime APIs, built for self-hosted applications.
Low Code DevelopmentSelf Hosting SolutionsDatabase Management+4
Corteza
2.2k
Corteza is a low-code platform for building CRM, business process, and other structured data applications quickly.
CRM SystemsLow Code DevelopmentAutomation Tools+2
Teable
21.9k
Teable is a spreadsheet-like no-code platform for creating database applications and collaborating with a team in real time.
Database ManagementLow Code DevelopmentSelf Hosting Solutions+1
6 ContainersOpen Core
Activepieces
25.3k
Activepieces is an open source, AI-first automation platform positioned as a replacement for Zapier.
Automation ToolsArtificial IntelligencePermissive License+4
Open Core
Grist
12.0k
Grist is a modern relational spreadsheet that combines spreadsheet flexibility with database-like structure.
Office SuitesDatabase ManagementLow Code Development+2
Open Core
Halo
40.1k
A powerful and easy-to-use website building tool (documentation in Chinese).
Low Code DevelopmentCopyleft LicenseCMS Platforms+3
Single ContainerOpen Core
REI3
585
REI3 is a free and open low-code platform for building and hosting powerful self-hosted applications with full control over data and deployment.
Budgeting and FinancePermissive LicenseLow Code Development+3
Windmill
18.3k
Windmill is an open-source developer platform for building APIs, background jobs, workflows, and internal UIs, with autogenerated forms and low-code app building.
Low Code DevelopmentAutomation ToolsTask Runners+4
Open CoreFOSS with Issues
Webstudio
9.1k
Webstudio is an open-source visual development platform for developers, designers, and cross-functional teams.
Website BuildersLow Code DevelopmentSelf Hosting Solutions+1
Open Core
FlowForge
400
FlowFuse is a platform for building and operating industrial applications at scale, powered by Node-RED and enhanced with AI assistance.
IoT PlatformsPermissive LicenseAutomation Tools+5
docassemble
994
docassemble is a platform for guided document assembly and interview-based automation.
Polls and EventsAutomation ToolsDocument Management+3
EDA
212
Edalitics is an open-source analytics and dashboarding platform for creating data models, reports, and dashboards with minimal coding.
Analytics ToolsCopyleft LicenseSelf Hosting Solutions+1
Automatisch
14.0k
Automatisch is an open-source business automation tool for connecting services and automating workflows.
Automation ToolsCopyleft LicenseLow Code Development+1
4 ContainersOpen Core
Expressa
452
Expressa is a data-driven middleware for Node.js/Express that provides admin-managed REST APIs based on JSON Schema.
CMS PlatformsPermissive LicenseAPI Management+2
Limbas
59
Limbas is a low-code database framework for building database-driven business applications and graphical database front ends.
Database ManagementLow Code DevelopmentAutomation Tools+5
2 Containers
RapidForge
44
RapidForge is a lightweight self-hosted platform for building and deploying webhooks, APIs, scheduled tasks, and dynamic pages using simple scripts.
IDE ToolsPermissive LicenseAutomation Tools+4
Localess
74
Localess is a translation management tool and content management system for managing and translating website or app content into multiple languages.
CMS PlatformsSoftware LocalizationLow Code Development+2
Cloud Required
Baserow
2.3k
Create your own database without technical experience (alternative to Airtable).
Database ManagementPermissive LicenseLow Code Development+4
FOSS with Issues
Dify.ai
159.7k
An open-source platform for building, testing, and operating LLM-powered applications with workflows, RAG, agents, and observability.
Low Code DevelopmentArtificial IntelligencePermissive License+6
36 ContainersOpen CoreFOSS with Issues
n8n
208.8k
n8n is a fair-code platform for building and deploying AI agents and workflow automations, with a visual editor, custom code, and 1500+ integrations.
Automation ToolsPermissive LicenseLow Code Development+5
Single ContainerSource AvailableNot FOSS
NocoDB
65.4k
NocoDB is a no-code database platform for building and managing databases online.
Database ManagementLow Code DevelopmentAutomation Tools+1
2 Containers
form.io
A REST API building platform that utilizes a drag & drop form builder, and is application framework agnostic. Contains open source and enterprise version.
API ManagementLow Code DevelopmentWebsite Builders+2
Directus
38.7k
Directus is a real-time API and app dashboard for managing SQL database content.
Database ManagementCMS PlatformsLow Code Development+3
Source AvailableFOSS with Issues
UI Bakery
302
UI Bakery is a low-code platform for building internal apps and workflow automations, with a self-hosted on-premise deployment option.
Low Code DevelopmentAutomation ToolsSelf Hosting Solutions+2
Open Core
Flowise
55.5k
Flowise is a visual tool for building AI agents.
Self Hosting SolutionsAI AgentsAI RAG Systems+3
Single Container
PocketBase
61.6k
PocketBase is an open source Go backend with an embedded SQLite database, realtime subscriptions, built-in files and user management, an admin dashboard, and a simple REST-ish API.
Low Code DevelopmentPermissive LicenseDatabase Management+3
autokitteh
1.1k
AutoKitteh is a developer platform for building durable, code-based workflow automations and orchestrations in Python, Starlark, and JavaScript.
Low Code DevelopmentPermissive LicenseAutomation Tools+2
Kottster
1.1k
Kottster is a self-hosted Node.js admin panel for viewing and managing database data, composing dashboards, and building custom pages.
Database ManagementPermissive LicenseLow Code Development+2