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Dev ToolsVC-backedSeries B
San Francisco, USA · Founded 2020

Convex

The reactive backend platform for TypeScript

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About Convex

Convex is a backend-as-a-service that replaces the database, server functions, and real-time sync layer with a single reactive platform. It provides automatic caching, ACID transactions, and real-time subscriptions out of the box. Developers write server functions in TypeScript and Convex handles consistency, scaling, and reactivity automatically.

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Company facts

Category
Dev Tools
Funding stage
Series B
Total raised
$61M
Founded
2020
Team size
50–100
HQ
San Francisco
Country
USA
Website
convex.dev

Founders of Convex

  • James Cowling
  • Sujay Jayakar

Investors backing Convex

  • Andreessen Horowitz
  • Redpoint Ventures

Frequently asked questions

What does Convex do?

Convex is a backend-as-a-service that replaces the database, server functions, and real-time sync layer with a single reactive platform. It provides automatic caching, ACID transactions, and real-time subscriptions out of the box. Developers write server functions in TypeScript and Convex handles consistency, scaling, and reactivity automatically.

Where is Convex based?

Convex is based in San Francisco, USA.

When was Convex founded?

Convex was founded in 2020.

How much has Convex raised?

Convex has raised $61M in their Series B round.

Who founded Convex?

Convex was founded by James Cowling, Sujay Jayakar.

Who has invested in Convex?

Convex is backed by Andreessen Horowitz, Redpoint Ventures.

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