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Anvil

Build web apps with nothing but Python. Anvil provides a drag-and-drop editor, Python in the browser and on the server, and one-click deployment.

Introduction

Anvil is a low-code platform that allows developers to build full-stack web applications using only Python. It eliminates the need for JavaScript, HTML, and CSS, streamlining the development process.

Key Features:

  • Python-Based: Develop both front-end and back-end logic using Python.
  • Drag-and-Drop UI Builder: Design user interfaces visually with a drag-and-drop editor.
  • Built-in Database: Integrated database functionality for data storage and retrieval.
  • One-Click Deployment: Deploy applications to the cloud with a single click.
  • Customizable: Write actual code and create exactly what you need.
  • Integrations: Integrate with existing authentication services and external databases.
  • Version Control: Supports Git version control, CI, and DTAP environments.

Use Cases:

  • Internal Tools: Quickly build internal applications for data management, reporting, and process automation.
  • Data Science Applications: Create web-based interfaces for data analysis and visualization.
  • Machine Learning Applications: Deploy machine learning models as web applications.
  • Rapid Prototyping: Quickly prototype and deploy web applications for testing and validation.
  • Educational Tools: Develop interactive learning platforms and educational resources.

Alternatives

  • Streamlit

    It allows Python developers to build and deploy interactive data applications with minimal code, similar to Anvil's Python-centric approach.

  • Dash by Plotly

    This Python framework enables data scientists to create analytical web applications and dashboards directly from Python.

  • Django

    A robust, full-stack Python web framework that provides extensive tools for building complex web applications, offering more control than Anvil.

  • Flask

    A lightweight Python web microframework, ideal for building smaller web services and APIs with Python, providing flexibility for custom solutions.

  • Bubble

    A powerful no-code development platform that allows users to build complex web applications visually without writing any code.

  • Retool

    This low-code platform is designed for rapidly building internal tools and dashboards by connecting to various data sources.

  • Webflow

    A visual development platform that empowers designers to build responsive websites and web applications without writing code.

  • Firebase

    Google's comprehensive platform provides backend services like databases, authentication, and hosting, simplifying web app development and deployment.

  • Supabase

    An open-source alternative to Firebase, offering a PostgreSQL database, authentication, and real-time APIs for building web applications.

  • PyWebIO

    A Python library that allows you to build interactive web applications and data dashboards directly from Python scripts without needing HTML/CSS/JS.

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Pricing

Pricing Model: Freemium, Subscription

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$12/month (USD), £10/month (GBP), €14/month (EUR)
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Hobby (Monthly)

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$13/month (USD), £11/month (GBP), €15/month (EUR)
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Business (Annual)

Scale up

$89/month (USD), £79/month (GBP), €99/month (EUR)
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Business (Monthly)

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$99/month (USD), £87/month (GBP), €109/month (EUR)
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