Getting Started
Retool is a platform for building internal tools quickly using a drag-and-drop interface combined with custom code. To get started, sign up for a Retool account and explore its visual editor, where you can create custom apps by connecting to your data sources. Retool supports integration with various databases, APIs, and third-party services, making it easy to pull in data for use within your applications.
Create interfaces using pre-built components like tables, forms, charts, and buttons, and configure these elements to display or interact with your data. Use JavaScript to add custom logic, manipulate data, or handle user interactions. Once your app is ready, deploy it for internal use, and set up access controls to manage who can view or edit the application.
Key Features
- Drag-and-Drop Interface: Build custom interfaces quickly using a library of components, such as forms, tables, and charts. Customise the layout and behaviour with minimal coding.
- Data Source Integrations: Connect to a wide range of data sources, including SQL and NoSQL databases, REST APIs, GraphQL, and cloud services like Firebase or Google Sheets.
- Custom Scripting: Use JavaScript to add custom functionality, create data transformations, or implement complex workflows. The code editor supports integrating custom scripts seamlessly.
- Role-Based Access Controls: Set permissions to control who can access, edit, or view each app. This ensures data security and compliance with organisational policies.
- Version Control and Staging: Keep track of app changes with built-in version control. Test new features in a staging environment before pushing updates to production.
Use Cases
- Admin Dashboards
Use Retool to create custom admin dashboards for managing users, tracking key metrics, or monitoring business processes. Pull data from various sources and create real-time visualisations. - Customer Support Tools
Build internal tools for customer support teams to quickly access customer information, update records, or issue refunds. Integrate with CRM systems to streamline support workflows. - Inventory and Order Management
Develop apps for tracking inventory levels, processing orders, or managing warehouse operations. Automate tasks like updating stock levels or generating reports on sales activity. - Internal CRM Systems
Create tailored CRM solutions for sales teams, integrating data from various sources to provide a unified view of customer interactions, sales pipelines, and activity logs. - Data Entry and Approval Workflows
Automate data entry processes and create approval workflows for tasks like expense reporting, employee onboarding, or compliance checks. Use custom scripting to validate data before submission.
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