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ILLA
Open-source low-code platform for building internal tools fast
ILLA Builder is a low-code platform enabling developers to rapidly create internal tools like dashboards, admin panels, and CRMs with real-time collaboration and extensive database support.
Overview
Build Internal Tools in Minutes, Not Weeks
ILLA Builder is a low-code platform designed for developers who need to ship internal tools quickly without sacrificing flexibility. Whether you're building dashboards, CRUD applications, admin panels, or CRM systems, ILLA provides a visual interface that connects directly to your data sources.
Powerful Integrations, Flexible Deployment
Connect to PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Supabase, GraphQL, REST APIs, Hugging Face, Redis, and more through GUI-based data connectors. The drag-and-drop component library—powered by ILLA Design—includes charts, tables, forms, and dozens of other UI elements with intelligent auto-layout. Real-time collaboration lets teams build together simultaneously, while automation support enables workflow triggers via schedules or webhooks.
Self-Hosted or Cloud
Deploy ILLA Builder on your infrastructure using Docker, docker-compose, or Kubernetes, or get started immediately with ILLA Cloud. Built with TypeScript and React, the platform offers the control of self-hosting with the convenience of a managed service, making it a compelling alternative to proprietary tools like Retool.
Highlights
Real-time collaboration for simultaneous team building
Connect to 10+ databases and APIs including PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, GraphQL, and REST
Self-hosted deployment via Docker, docker-compose, and Kubernetes
Drag-and-drop UI builder with auto-layout and extensive component library
Pros
- Extensive database and API connector support out of the box
- True real-time collaboration enables team productivity
- Self-hosting options provide full data control and privacy
- Apache-2.0 license offers commercial-friendly open source
Considerations
- Primarily targets developers rather than non-technical users
- Self-hosted deployment requires infrastructure management expertise
- Component library may require customization for specialized use cases
- Learning curve for teams new to low-code paradigms
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Fit guide
Great for
- Development teams building internal dashboards and admin panels
- Organizations requiring self-hosted solutions for data compliance
- Teams needing real-time collaborative tool development
- Companies seeking open-source alternatives to proprietary low-code platforms
Not ideal when
- Non-technical users without developer support
- Projects requiring highly specialized or custom UI components
- Teams unable to manage self-hosted infrastructure
- Consumer-facing applications requiring extensive branding customization
How teams use it
Customer Support Dashboard
Connect to PostgreSQL and build a real-time support ticket dashboard with charts, tables, and filters in hours instead of weeks
Internal CRM System
Create a custom CRM by connecting to existing databases, enabling sales teams to manage leads and track pipelines without external tools
Data Admin Panel
Build CRUD interfaces for database management, allowing operations teams to update records safely without direct database access
Automated Workflow Tools
Connect REST APIs and databases with scheduled or webhook-triggered automations to streamline repetitive business processes
Tech snapshot
TypeScript100%
CSS1%
HTML1%
JavaScript1%
Dockerfile1%
Shell1%
Frequently asked questions
What databases and APIs does ILLA Builder support?
ILLA Builder supports PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, MSSQL, Supabase, GraphQL, REST API, Redis, Hugging Face, and more, with additional connectors in development.
Can I self-host ILLA Builder on my own infrastructure?
Yes, ILLA Builder supports self-hosted deployment using Docker, docker-compose, and Kubernetes, giving you full control over your data and infrastructure.
How does real-time collaboration work?
Multiple team members can work on the same project simultaneously, with changes appearing in real-time for all collaborators, similar to Google Docs.
What is the difference between ILLA Cloud and self-hosted deployment?
ILLA Cloud is a managed service for quick setup without infrastructure management, while self-hosted deployment gives you complete control and data privacy on your own servers.
Is ILLA Builder suitable for non-developers?
ILLA Builder is primarily designed for developers building internal tools, though the visual interface makes it accessible to technical users comfortable with database concepts.
Project at a glance
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LicenseApache-2.0
Repo age3 years old
Last commit2 weeks ago
Self-hostingSupported
Primary languageTypeScript
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