Encore
The Development Platform for TypeScript & Go.
Overview
Encore is an open-source framework for building robust distributed systems in Go and TypeScript. It simplifies cloud-native development by using a declarative approach where infrastructure is automatically provisioned based on the code, eliminating the need for manual configuration with tools like Terraform or Docker Compose.
✨ Key Features
- Declarative Infrastructure as Code
- Automated Infrastructure Provisioning (Local & Cloud)
- Built-in Distributed Tracing
- Automatic API Documentation & Service Catalog
- Preview Environments for Pull Requests
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Infrastructure is inferred from code, not defined in separate config files
- End-to-end developer experience from local dev to production
- Language-native SDKs (Go, TypeScript)
Unique Value: Dramatically reduces DevOps overhead by making infrastructure a function of the application code itself, enabling developers to build and deploy complex cloud services with minimal friction.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Backend Development
- Microservices
- DevOps Automation
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Development in languages other than Go or TypeScript
- Organizations with existing, complex IaC setups they don't want to replace
🏆 Alternatives
Unlike traditional IaC where you explicitly define infrastructure, Encore infers it from your code, leading to a more streamlined and less error-prone development workflow.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Enterprise tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: Free for local development and small projects.
📊 Market Info
Total Funding: $3.0M
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