Dify
Summary
Dify is an open-source, low-code platform designed for building, testing, and deploying production-ready AI applications. It provides a comprehensive environment with features like drag-and-drop workflow orchestration, RAG pipelines, AI agent frameworks, and integrations with various large language models. Dify aims to streamline the development of generative AI solutions for developers, startups, and enterprises.
Rationale
Dify is a strong match for the Retool concept. It explicitly states it's a platform for building AI applications, combining Backend-as-a-Service and LLMOps. It features an 'Intuitive Low-code Workflow' with drag-and-drop functionality, supports mainstream LLMs (API & Database Integrations), allows for custom logic through its AI Agent framework and workflow automation, and offers enterprise-grade security with access control features like SSO and role management (planned). It also mentions observability features for debugging and monitoring, version control integration (Git), audit logs, and custom branding. The core value proposition of accelerating AI application development aligns perfectly with Retool's goal for internal tools.
Home Pagehttps://dify.ai

Features
Must Have
API & Database Integrations
Drag-and-Drop UI Builder
Code Customization
Access Control & Security
Other
Debugging & Monitoring
Version Control Integration
Audit Logs & Analytics
Workflow Automation
AI-Generated App Assistant
Custom Theming & Branding