twentyhq/twenty
twenty
The open alternative to Salesforce, designed for AI.
Usage guide
twenty is an open-source project around crm, crm-system, customer with 50,985 GitHub stars. This guide focuses on when to use it, how to install it, how to run the first example, and what to verify before adopting it.
Key features
- Implemented mainly in TypeScript, useful for judging integration effort in a similar stack.
- GitHub did not detect a repository license, so commercial permission is unconfirmed. Review the repository terms and any model weights, datasets, dependencies, or external services before commercial adoption.
- The project has a homepage, so cross-check docs, examples, and release information beyond GitHub.
Best for
- Evaluating twenty for TypeScript AI workflows.
- Comparing a GitHub project with 50,985 stars and current repository activity.
Pros
- twenty has visible GitHub traction with 50,985 stars. Topics: crm, crm-system, customer.
- The project provides an external homepage for deeper evaluation.
Cons
- Production fit still depends on documentation depth, issue activity, and release cadence.
- No license was detected, so usage risk needs manual review.
Production readiness
twenty should be validated with its README, release history, open issues, and integration requirements before production use.
License risk
GitHub did not report a license, which usually requires manual legal review before production use.
twenty architecture preview
twenty's main path starts at the entry surface, runs through twenty core runtime, combines Optional AI model, PostgreSQL / Files / repository context, Discord, and returns User-facing result.
Entry
CLI / terminal entry
twenty is primarily entered through a developer command or terminal workflow.
npx create-twenty-app my-app
Runtime
twenty core runtime
The core coordinates project logic, configuration, and AI-related execution in TypeScript.
TypeScript
Model
Optional AI model
The project connects its core runtime to local models or hosted AI APIs when model inference is required.
model signal
Context
PostgreSQL / Files / repository context
Context comes from PostgreSQL, Files / repository context, which constrains what the model or runtime can use.
PostgreSQL, Files / repository context
Tools
Discord
Tool adapters let the runtime act outside the model through Discord.
Discord
Output
User-facing result
The final output is returned to the user, workflow, API caller, or downstream system.
output
Install tutorial
Before you install
- Node.js and the package manager used by the project
- A clean working directory for the first test run
Check the runtime environment
twenty uses a Node.js-style toolchain. Confirm the Node version and package manager before installing.
Get the project files
Start from the official repository or package so the first run matches the documented behavior.
$ git clone https://github.com/twentyhq/twenty.gitInstall or build dependencies
Run the next setup command detected from the project documentation.
$ npx create-twenty-app my-appAdoption guidance and sources
Practical use cases
The open alternative to Salesforce, designed for AI.
This is one of the documented reasons to evaluate twenty before choosing a stack.
Focus area: crm
This is one of the documented reasons to evaluate twenty before choosing a stack.
All project comparison
Compare twenty with similar projects before committing to a stack.
Before adopting
- Complete one clean-environment verification using the official twenty setup path.
- Review repository license, model weights, external services, and dependency terms for your use case.
- Check recent commits, release cadence, issue response, and documentation depth.
- Evaluate output quality, latency, resource usage, and recovery behavior with a small dataset.
Configuration notes
- Review README configuration notes before using production data.
Sources checked
These links are used to verify repository, documentation, or tutorial details. Review the source pages before adopting the project.
Troubleshooting
- If installation fails, first confirm the command is being run from the README-specified directory.
- If dependencies conflict, retry in a fresh virtual environment, container, or working directory.
- If output looks wrong, return to the smallest documented twenty example before adding complex data.
- For keys, model files, or external services, verify environment variables, local paths, and permissions one by one.
- Before production use, review recent updates, open issues, license terms, and safety boundaries.
What is twenty?
twenty is an open-source all project. The open alternative to Salesforce, designed for AI.
How do I install twenty?
Start with the official README. The first detected setup step is: git clone https://github.com/twentyhq/twenty.git.
Is twenty beginner-friendly?
If you already know the TypeScript ecosystem, start with the smallest example. Otherwise test it in an isolated environment first.
Can twenty be used commercially?
GitHub did not detect a repository license, so commercial permission is unconfirmed. Review the repository terms and any model weights, datasets, dependencies, or external services before commercial adoption.
Does twenty need a GPU?
GPU requirements depend on the workload, model, and dataset size. Start with the smallest README example before scaling up.
How should I decide whether to adopt twenty?
Evaluate setup cost, maintenance activity, issue health, license terms, and fit with your real workflow.