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Hatchet

Background task orchestration on Postgres

Hatchet is an open-source platform for distributed task queues and durable workflows built on Postgres.

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Pricing: Free plan

Platforms: Web, Self-hosted

Categories: Developer Tools

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Questions

Is Hatchet free?

Hatchet is free to start, with paid plans.

Is Hatchet open source?

Yes, Hatchet is open source.

Can Hatchet be self-hosted?

Yes, you can run Hatchet on your own server.

What platforms does Hatchet run on?

Hatchet is available for Web, Self-hosted.

What are some alternatives to Hatchet?

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