Prisma
Next-generation ORM for Node.js and TypeScript
About Prisma
Prisma is the most popular ORM for TypeScript, providing type-safe database access, schema management, and migrations for PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQLite, and more. The Prisma Data Platform adds connection pooling, edge deployments, and query insights. Used by over 200,000 developers worldwide.
Pitch deck breakdown
How Prisma would pitch themselves.
Target customer
Node — the core audience Prisma's product is built around.
Problem they solve
Prisma is the most popular ORM for TypeScript, providing type-safe database access, schema management, and migrations for PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQLite, and more. The Prisma Data Platform adds connection pooling, edge deplo… The category has historically been served by tools that miss the modern workflow this product is built around.
Key differentiator
Prisma differentiates on next-generation orm for node.js and typescript. Backed by Amplify Partners + Index Ventures, $40M raised — the company has resources + validation to compound this thesis. Founded by Søren Bramer Schmidt + team.
Go-to-market strategy
Growth-stage GTM — multi-channel revenue motion (direct enterprise sales, channel partnerships, marketplace listings). Vertical specialisation + verticalised AE teams targeting enterprise + mid-market.
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Company facts
- Category
- Dev Tools
- Funding stage
- Series C
- Total raised
- $40M
- Founded
- 2016
- Team size
- 51–200
- HQ
- San Francisco
- Country
- Germany
- Website
- prisma.io
Founders of Prisma
- Søren Bramer Schmidt
- Tim Suchanek
Investors backing Prisma
- Amplify Partners
- Index Ventures
Frequently asked questions
What does Prisma do?
Prisma is the most popular ORM for TypeScript, providing type-safe database access, schema management, and migrations for PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQLite, and more. The Prisma Data Platform adds connection pooling, edge deployments, and query insights. Used by over 200,000 developers worldwide.
Where is Prisma based?
Prisma is based in San Francisco, Germany.
When was Prisma founded?
Prisma was founded in 2016.
How much has Prisma raised?
Prisma has raised $40M in their Series C round.
Who founded Prisma?
Prisma was founded by Søren Bramer Schmidt, Tim Suchanek.
Who has invested in Prisma?
Prisma is backed by Amplify Partners, Index Ventures.