Trigger.dev
Run background jobs and AI workflows with unlimited execution time
Target Audience
- AI application developers
- DevOps engineers
- Startups handling async workflows
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Overview
Trigger.dev lets developers run long-running tasks and AI workflows without worrying about timeouts or infrastructure. Write normal async code while it handles queues, retries, and scaling automatically. Particularly useful for AI operations, PDF processing, and cron jobs that require reliable execution.
Key Features
No Timeouts
Execute long-running tasks without execution limits
AI Workflows
Chain LLM calls and retry failed AI operations
Durable Cron
Schedule tasks without worrying about missed executions
Realtime Monitoring
Track task progress with detailed tracing
Elastic Scaling
Automatically handle traffic spikes
Use Cases
Process AI API calls with retries
Convert PDFs to images at scale
Run email campaign workflows
Manage cron jobs without servers
Process document insights
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Open source with self-hosting option
- Durable schedules prevent missed jobs
- Realtime task observability
- Native integration with existing codebases
Cons
- Requires Node.js/TypeScript knowledge
- Primarily developer-focused (no low-code UI)
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I run tasks indefinitely?
Yes, tasks have no execution time limits
Is self-hosting supported?
Yes, open source version available
How does it handle AI API failures?
Automatic retries with configurable attempts
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