Nekton

Nekton is a cloud-based automation platform that uses large language models (specifically OpenAI and ChatGPT) to convert plain English descriptions of tasks into executable automation code. Users begin by writing a step-by-step workflow in natural language, such as “monitor social media for mentions of a competitor’s product and send a Slack notification” or “when a new form submission arrives, create a Trello card and email the team lead.” Nekton’s AI interprets the request, generates the necessary code, and runs it automatically in the cloud without requiring the user to write any scripts, configure API gateways, or manage server infrastructure. The platform integrates with thousands of external services, including common SaaS tools like Gmail, Google Sheets, Slack, Notion, Airtable, Salesforce, HubSpot, GitHub, Jira, Twitter, and many more. This allows users to connect different applications and create multi‑step automations that span across departments. For example, a sales team can set up a sequence that captures new leads from a web form, adds them to a CRM, sends a personalized follow‑up email, and schedules a reminder for a phone call—all triggered automatically. Nekton’s core functionality is task decomposition: the AI breaks down a high‑level goal into smaller, logical steps and writes the corresponding code for each stage. This process is transparent; users can review the generated code before execution and modify the plain English instructions to refine the workflow. The platform also handles error logging, retries, and scheduling, so automations can run on a timer (e.g., daily at 9 AM) or be triggered by events (e.g., a new row in a spreadsheet). Specific use cases covered on the website include: - IT and software development: automate code testing, deploym