Shuttle
Shuttle, formerly known as OpenQuery and Synth, is a B2B company based in London that offers a platform for hassle-free app development and deployment, focusing on Rust frameworks.
Company History
Shuttle, initially known as OpenQuery, then Synth, has rebranded itself over time to better reflect its evolving mission. The company is based in London, England, and operates within the B2B infrastructure sector. As a member of the Y-Combinator S20 batch, Shuttle has solidified its presence in the industry. Though headquartered in the United Kingdom, Shuttle serves a broader regional market including Europe and supports remote and partly remote team structures.
Services
Shuttle provides a platform aimed at simplifying the development and deployment of applications by removing infrastructure complexities. The platform is open source and cloud-based, allowing developers to utilize major Rust frameworks. Shuttle enables the deployment of Rust services with a single annotation and facilitates the addition of cloud resources like databases and secrets through additional annotations. It ensures a seamless transition from local development environments to cloud deployment. Planned future developments include a WASM runner to enhance build and deploy times.
Platform Features
Shuttle's platform is designed with versatility and ease of use in mind. It supports all major Rust frameworks and allows for deploying Rust services with a single annotation. Additional cloud resources such as databases and secrets can be added using annotations. The platform ensures that local development environments mirror cloud deployments, providing a consistent development experience. Moreover, the platform's API is accessible via URLs formatted as ${project_name}.Shuttleapp.rs. Shuttle also offers a forever-free tier that grants unlimited access to essential features.
Compatibility and Integrations
Shuttle's platform is compatible with any common frontend hosting solutions, ensuring broad applicability for different types of projects. Whether deploying in a local or cloud environment, developers can rely on Shuttle for a consistent and streamlined experience. Compatibility extends to various tools and technologies commonly used in modern development workflows, making Shuttle a flexible choice for developers looking to simplify infrastructure management.
Team and Locations
Shuttle operates with a team of 12 members based in London, England. The company has embraced flexible working conditions, supporting remote and partly remote work setups. This flexibility allows Shuttle to attract a global talent pool and efficiently manage its operations across different regions, including the United Kingdom and Europe.