Retool

Company Overview

Retool is based in San Francisco, California, and was founded in 2017 by David Hsu. The company has grown rapidly to become one of the leading low-code platforms for building internal tools.

History

Retool was founded in 2017 with the vision of making it easier for developers to build internal tools quickly. The company has raised significant funding and has grown from a small startup to a major player in the low-code space, serving thousands of companies worldwide.

Mission

Retool's mission is to make it dramatically faster to build software, particularly internal tools that businesses need to operate efficiently.

Vision

To democratize software development by providing tools that allow anyone to build powerful applications without extensive programming knowledge.

Values

  • Speed and efficiency in development
  • Developer-first approach
  • Flexibility and customization
  • Security and reliability

Products and Services

Retool offers a comprehensive low-code platform that includes drag-and-drop interface builders, database connectors, API integrations, and deployment tools. The platform supports both cloud and on-premise deployments.

Latest Technologies

Retool incorporates modern web technologies, supports multiple databases and APIs, and has been integrating AI-powered features to enhance the development experience. The platform continues to evolve with new components, integrations, and workflow capabilities.