Overview

Trigger.dev is an Apache 2.0 licensed background job and workflow automation platform specifically designed for modern development needs, with particular emphasis on AI task orchestration and long-running processes. It enables developers to write reliable, scalable code without managing infrastructure or worrying about timeout constraints.

Key Features

• No Timeout Limitations: Execute long-running tasks without traditional serverless constraints
• Automatic Retrying: Built-in retry mechanisms with configurable policies
• Advanced Observability: Comprehensive tracing, logging, and debugging capabilities
• AI Task Optimization: Specialized support for AI workflows and LLM integrations
• Native TypeScript Support: First-class TypeScript and JavaScript SDK
• Version Control: Atomic versioning ensures running tasks aren't affected by code changes

Technical Capabilities

Task Management

• Configurable retry policies with exponential backoff
• Conditional retrying based on error types
• Fine-grained control over retry intervals
• Automated request retrying based on response patterns

Deployment & Scaling

• Serverless architecture with automatic scaling
• Pay-per-execution pricing model
• No infrastructure management required
• Built-in error monitoring and alerting

Integration Ecosystem

• Compatible with existing Node.js SDKs
• Native support for popular AI services
• Webhook integration capabilities
• Email and Slack notifications
• Self-hosting options available

Use Cases

• AI workflow orchestration
• Video processing pipelines
• PDF document processing
• Email campaign automation
• Semantic search implementations
• Cron job management
• Complex workflow automation