What is Sidequest.js?
Sidequest.js is a job runner for Node.js that works with PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQLite or MongoDB. It runs jobs in isolated threads with retries, priorities, uniqueness and more. No vendor lock-in. Includes a beautiful web dashboard to track everything.
Problem
Users managing background jobs in Node.js applications face manual handling of job queues, retries, and monitoring. Manual retries, lack of isolation, and no built-in tracking lead to inefficiencies and potential failures.
Solution
A Node.js job runner tool that executes jobs in isolated threads with built-in retries, priorities, uniqueness constraints, and a dashboard for monitoring. Users integrate it directly with PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQLite, or MongoDB databases.
Customers
Backend engineers and Node.js developers building scalable applications requiring reliable background job processing (e.g., sending emails, data sync, batch processing).
Unique Features
Isolated thread execution, database-agnostic design (no vendor lock-in), customizable retries/priorities, and a centralized dashboard for real-time job tracking.
User Comments
Simplifies job queue setup and monitoring
Reduces boilerplate code for retries and error handling
Dashboard provides clarity on job statuses
Supports multiple databases seamlessly
Lightweight compared to cloud-based alternatives
Traction
Newly launched on ProductHunt; specific metrics (users/MRR) not publicly disclosed. Open-source GitHub repository activity indicates active development.
Market Size
The global DevOps tools market, including job orchestration solutions, is projected to reach $25.5 billion by 2028 (Source: MarketsandMarkets, 2023).
