Reactive backend where schema, queries and functions are TypeScript
Convex is a backend platform for app developers in which the database schema, queries, mutations and server functions are all written in TypeScript. Queries are reactive, so connected clients update automatically when data changes, with no manual caching. It also includes file storage, scheduled jobs, search and authentication. Convex Cloud has a free tier, and the backend can be self-hosted under the FSL license.
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- Oct 12, 2026
Features
Our take
Pros
- Schema, queries and functions are all written in TypeScript
- Reactive queries update clients automatically, with no caching code
- Scheduled jobs, search, file storage and auth included
Cons
- Its own data model differs from SQL, which makes migrating away harder
- The FSL license is source available, not open source
- TypeScript-centric, less suited to teams using other backend languages
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