n8n

n8n, founded in 2019 by Jan Oberhauser, embarked on a mission to redefine workflow automation for technical teams. What began as an ambitious vision to create the ultimate automation tool quickly resonated with a passionate community of technical users. These early adopters felt empowered, as if they had gained the capabilities of a '10x developer', finally unrestricted by the limitations of traditional workflow automation. The core idea was to build a platform that seamlessly blended the flexibility of code with the speed and ease of no-code interfaces, all while incorporating the burgeoning power of artificial intelligence. This approach aimed to tackle the common struggles faced by teams dealing with complex, high-volume workflows, which often led to reliance on time-consuming and difficult-to-maintain in-house development and custom scripting.

The journey of n8n has been marked by significant growth and community engagement. The platform's fair-code model, offering both cloud and self-hosting deployment options, provided users with maximum control over their automation and AI infrastructure. This resonated strongly, leading to n8n becoming a trusted solution for a diverse range of users, from individual contributors to large enterprises and even government agencies. The company's commitment to open-source principles is evident in its active GitHub presence, where it ranks among the top projects. This open nature fostered a thriving community that actively contributes to the platform's development and shares a vast library of workflow templates. Financially, n8n has also seen substantial backing, securing significant funding rounds, including a Series B led by Highland Europe, which has fueled its global expansion, including new offices in New York and London, and further strengthened its commitment to its ever-growing community and enterprise capabilities. Today, n8n continues to evolve, empowering technical teams to automate without limits and integrate AI seamlessly into their business processes.