This free, self-hosted tool is the perfect n8n alternative for developers who want to automate with code

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Jun 19, 2025 - 16:17
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This free, self-hosted tool is the perfect n8n alternative for developers who want to automate with code

I recently dipped my toes into the world of automation, and I haven't looked back since. I started by creating basic automations using apps like IFTTT, which involved my smart home devices, PC, and some regularly used apps and services. Once I got the hang of it and realized how powerful automating certain tasks can be, I decided to move to the next level. I tried n8n — one of the most popular no-code automation platforms — and it unlocked a host of possibilities I hadn't even thought about before. The biggest advantage of n8n is that users like me, who do not know how to write programs or scripts, can rely on a graphical interface to create flows. While that's certainly helpful, I can't help but wonder about the possibilities if someone could code granular details to create automations.