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## What is ToolJet?
ToolJet is a low-code platform that enables developers to rapidly build and deploy custom internal tools. It has a drag-and-drop app builder with 45 pre-built components, so developers can create complex applications in minutes. ToolJet also connects to most popular data sources and APIs out of the box, and it has a group-based permission system for easy user access management. ToolJet also comes with a lot of other features, but for now, let’s build a basic ToolJet app.
## How ToolJet Works:
**With ToolJet, you can streamline app development with 4 core steps:**
**Connect Data Sources**: Leverage ToolJet's robust integration features to connect with any data source. The platform supports seamless data integration across over 50 different applications, databases, and APIs.
**Design Stunning Interfaces**: Drag and drop UI components like Tables, Charts, Forms, and more build custom applications in minutes. Integrate these components with data sources and incorporate business logic through JavaScript or Python.
**Automate Complex Workflows**: Develop multi-step workflows in ToolJet to automate business processes. In addition to building and automating workflows, ToolJet allows for easy integration of these workflows within your applications.
**Secure and Manage**: Secure your internal tools with detailed permissions settings and audit logs. Maintain quality and consistency with version control, and keep track of performance with comprehensive observability tools.
Below is a detailed overview of ToolJet's key functionalities, demonstrating how ToolJet helps teams to build more with less effort and greater efficiency.
### Visual App Builder
Enables the creation of visually appealing front-ends with a drag-and-drop interface and pre-built components.
### Integrations
Offers seamless integration with a wide range of data sources, including over 50 applications, databases, and APIs.
### ToolJet Database
A robust, scalable database solution built atop PostgreSQL. It allows for no-code database management, enabling users to build, manage, and scale databases effortlessly.
### Workflow Automation
Simplifies the automation of complex manual business processes, reducing the engineering effort required.
### Enterprise-Grade Security
Designed with advanced security features and a scalable infrastructure to meet the needs of enterprise teams.
### SSO Support
Single Sign-On (SSO) capabilities, supporting a variety of providers including Okta, Google, Azure AD, and OpenID Connect.
### Multiple Environments
Creation and management of multiple environments for efficient application lifecycle management, allowing different stages like development, testing, and production to be handled seamlessly.
### Multiplayer Editing
Multiple users can collaboratively work on app development in real-time. Simultaneous edits and contributions from different team members streamlines the development process and fosters a more dynamic and interactive workspace
Whether you're a seasoned developer or a business professional, ToolJet stands out as a comprehensive solution to fast-track your internal tool development process.