Pipedream

Building connections between different apps and services has never been easier with Pipedream. This smart automation platform helps developers create powerful workflows that connect APIs, databases, and applications without managing servers or infrastructure.

Pipedream stands out because it offers both no-code simplicity and full coding flexibility when you need it. Whether you want to sync data between apps, automate repetitive tasks, or build complex integrations, Pipedream handles the heavy lifting.

The platform supports over 2,700 apps and provides pre-built components for common tasks while allowing custom code in Node.js, Python, Go, or Bash. With managed authentication, real-time monitoring, and generous free limits, it's perfect for developers who need reliable automation tools.

Pipedream is a serverless workflow automation platform designed specifically for developers who need to connect different applications and APIs. Think of it as a bridge that lets your apps talk to each other automatically.

Unlike traditional automation tools, Pipedream gives you the power to write custom code when needed while providing thousands of pre-built components for common tasks. The platform handles all the infrastructure, authentication, and scaling automatically, so you can focus on building workflows instead of managing servers.

Each workflow is a series of steps that run when triggered by events like new emails, API calls, or scheduled times. With support for major programming languages and integration with popular services like Slack, Google Sheets, GitHub, and Stripe, Pipedream makes it easy to automate almost any business process or technical workflow.

Getting started with Pipedream is straightforward, even for complex automations. First, sign up for a free account at pipedream.com - no credit card required. The platform opens with a clean interface where you can create your first workflow.

Here's how to build workflows:

• Choose a trigger event (like new email, API call, or schedule)

• Add action steps using pre-built components or custom code

• Connect your apps using one-click OAuth authentication

• Test your workflow with sample data before going live

• Deploy and monitor your automation in real-time

Best practices for success:

• Start with simple workflows and gradually add complexity

• Use pre-built actions when available to save development time

• Write custom code only when you need specific logic

• Monitor workflow execution logs to debug issues

• Take advantage of the generous free tier for testing

The platform remembers your connected accounts and provides detailed logs for troubleshooting. You can also sync your workflows to GitHub for version control and collaboration.

Pipedream offers comprehensive features that make workflow automation powerful and developer-friendly. The platform provides 2,700+ app integrations with pre-built triggers and actions for popular services like Google Workspace, Slack, AWS, Stripe, and GitHub.

Key technical features include:

• Multi-language support for Node.js, Python, Go, and Bash code

• Managed authentication with automatic OAuth token refresh

• Real-time monitoring with detailed execution logs and error tracking

• Version control integration with GitHub for collaborative development

• Serverless hosting with automatic scaling and no infrastructure management

• Data stores for persisting information between workflow runs

• Event sources that turn any API into real-time event streams

Advanced capabilities:

• Custom timeouts up to 12.5 minutes for long-running operations

• Dedicated workers for high-performance workflows

• SQL queries on event data without database setup

• Webhook endpoints generated automatically

• Cron scheduling for time-based automations

• Connect SDK for embedding integrations into your own applications

The platform processes billions of events monthly and maintains SOC 2 compliance for enterprise security.

Pipedream offers flexible pricing plans designed to grow with your needs. The Free plan provides generous limits with 100 monthly credits, 2M operations, and 3 connected accounts - perfect for personal projects and testing.

Paid plans offer enhanced capabilities:

• Basic ($29/month) - 2,000 credits, 20M operations, 10 connected accounts for growing individuals

• Advanced ($49/month) - 2,000 credits, 50M operations, 3 connected accounts for production teams

• Connect ($99/month) - 10,000 credits, 50M operations, 5 connected accounts for developers building integrations

• Enterprise (Custom pricing) - Unlimited everything with dedicated support and custom features

Key advantages:

Credits are charged per 30 seconds of compute time, not per step, making it cost-effective for complex workflows. All plans include unlimited workflow development and testing, with charges only applying to production executions. Annual billing provides additional savings on all paid plans.