> ## Documentation Index
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# Overview

> Build and deploy custom data-driven applications with embedded analytics and AI capabilities

**Focus:** Create powerful, interactive applications that leverage your data warehouse directly, enabling you to build custom solutions for specific business needs.

5X Data & AI Apps are custom applications powered by Streamlit that connect directly to your data warehouse, enabling you to build interactive dashboards, data tools, and AI-powered solutions tailored to your specific business requirements.

<Note>
  **Streamlit-Powered**

  All 5X Data & AI Apps are built on the Streamlit framework, providing a powerful and flexible foundation for creating interactive data applications.
</Note>

### **Core capabilities**

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  <Card title="Streamlit framework" icon="code">
    **Powerful app development**

    Build sophisticated applications using the industry-standard Streamlit framework with full Python capabilities.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Direct warehouse access" icon="database">
    **Real-time data connectivity**

    Connect directly to your data warehouse for real-time data access and processing.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Flexible deployment" icon="rocket">
    **Multiple deployment options**

    Choose from on-demand, always-on, or scheduled deployment based on your use case requirements.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Integrated development" icon="terminal">
    **IDE integration**

    Develop and test your applications using the 5X IDE with full VS Code functionality.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Role-based access" icon="shield">
    **Secure access control**

    Implement fine-grained access control with role-based permissions for different user groups.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Platform integration" icon="link">
    **Seamless ecosystem**

    Leverage the full 5X platform including metrics layer, orchestration, and business intelligence.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## The future of data applications

### **Building on your data foundation**

Data & AI Apps represent the evolution of how organizations interact with their data. Instead of building applications separately and then connecting to data sources, you can now build applications directly on top of your data warehouse.

**Why this matters:**

* **Real-time insights** - Applications always work with the freshest data
* **Consistent data models** - All apps use the same underlying data definitions
* **Reduced complexity** - No need to manage separate data pipelines for applications
* **Better performance** - Direct warehouse access eliminates data transfer overhead
* **Unified governance** - Single point of control for data access and security

### **Platform integration benefits**

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  <Card title="Metrics layer integration" icon="layer-group">
    **Unified metrics**

    Access consistent business metrics and definitions across all your applications.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Orchestration support" icon="clock">
    **Automated workflows**

    Integrate apps into your data orchestration workflows for automated updates and processing.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Business intelligence" icon="chart-line">
    **Enhanced analytics**

    Combine app functionality with traditional BI capabilities for comprehensive insights.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Conversational AI" icon="comments">
    **AI-powered features**

    Integrate natural language processing and AI capabilities into your applications.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Getting started

Ready to create your first Data & AI App? Here's how to get started:

### **Step 1: Access the Manage Apps section**

Navigate to the **Data & AI Apps** section in your 5X platform and click on **Manage Apps** to access the application management interface.

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/5x/2WYeRj_Bh8M3hHdn/images/data-ai-apps/manage-apps-interface.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=2WYeRj_Bh8M3hHdn&q=85&s=ba6845284c45b3ddb93d960a35feeb76" alt="Manage Apps Interface" style={{borderRadius: '12px', boxShadow: '0 4px 12px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1)'}} width="2906" height="926" data-path="images/data-ai-apps/manage-apps-interface.png" />

### **Step 2: Create your first app**

Click **+ Create new app** to start building your application. You'll have two options:

* **5X Managed** - Create a new Streamlit app from scratch using 5X's managed repository
* **GitHub** - Import an existing Streamlit application from your GitHub repository

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/5x/2WYeRj_Bh8M3hHdn/images/data-ai-apps/create-app-modal.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=2WYeRj_Bh8M3hHdn&q=85&s=a394405fd457b8e6b847e15e25a572d2" alt="Create New App Modal" style={{borderRadius: '12px', boxShadow: '0 4px 12px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1)', width: '33%', height: 'auto'}} width="712" height="756" data-path="images/data-ai-apps/create-app-modal.png" />

## Core documentation

Explore the comprehensive guides to master Data & AI Apps development:

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  <Card title="Creating Apps" icon="plus" href="/core-features/data-ai-apps/app-creation">
    **Build your first app**

    Learn how to create new Streamlit applications using 5X managed repositories or import existing ones.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Publishing & Deployment" icon="rocket" href="/core-features/data-ai-apps/publishing">
    **Deploy your apps**

    Learn how to publish applications and configure deployment options for different use cases.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Key benefits

### **Rapid application development**

Build sophisticated data applications in hours, not weeks. The combination of Streamlit's rapid development capabilities and 5X's integrated platform eliminates the complexity of setting up development environments and managing data connections.

### **Enterprise-grade deployment**

Deploy applications with confidence using enterprise-grade infrastructure:

* **Scalable hosting** - Automatic scaling based on demand
* **Security controls** - Role-based access and data protection
* **Monitoring** - Built-in performance monitoring and alerting
* **Compliance** - SOC 2, GDPR, and HIPAA compliance support

### **Cost-effective operations**

Reduce operational overhead with managed infrastructure:

* **No server management** - Focus on building applications, not managing infrastructure
* **Automatic updates** - Platform updates and security patches handled automatically
* **Resource optimization** - Efficient resource usage with on-demand scaling
* **Unified billing** - Single platform billing instead of multiple tool subscriptions

## Getting help

<Note>
  **Need assistance with your first Data & AI App?**

  Our team is here to help you get started. Reach out to us via:

  * **Email:** [support@5x.co](mailto:support@5x.co)
  * **Intercom:** Available in your 5X platform
  * **Customer Success Manager:** Your dedicated CSM for personalized assistance

  We can provide demos, help set up your first use case, and guide you through the development process.
</Note>

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