Hey everyone!
Today we’re launching Xano 2.0, a major upgrade that lets anyone build production-grade backends in the modality that fits them best: code, visual, or AI—and seamlessly switch among all three. Whether you’re a pro developer shipping in your IDE, a product owner reviewing logic visually, or you prefer to start with AI, Xano 2.0 brings it all together on scalable, secure infrastructure.
What's new
XanoScript (XS): Code + Visual, perfectly in sync
Write backend logic as code and see it reflected in Xano’s Function Stack and new Canvas View—then toggle back to code anytime. Hybrid teams can collaborate without drift.Xano MCP & Metadata API: Build from your IDE or AI coding tool
Enhanced the Metadata API and MCP Server to allow building backends outside Xano using preferred IDEs or AI tools.VS Code Extension (Beta): Code where you code
Added a native Visual Studio Code extension for direct connection to Xano backends, account creation, and integration with IDEs like Visual Studio Code, Cursor, or Windsurf. The extension also includes instructions for leveraging IDE-integrated LLMs (such as Copilot and others), to accelerate backend development with AI guidance.Static Frontend Hosting (Paid): Deploy fast on Xano infra
Host dev/prod environments, set custom domains, and 1-click deploy from GitHub/GitLab.
Starter: 1 host (2 env per host). Pro: 3 hosts. Upsells available.Git Sync (Paid): Treat your backend like real code
Auto-commit XS changes to GitHub/GitLab on publish, and auto-deploy frontends from repos to Xano hosting.Version Diff for XS: Git-style clarity + AI summaries
Compare changes line-by-line across functions, tables, tasks, and APIs—complete with an AI summary for quick understanding.Lambda Functions—Private npm registry support
Securely import packages from private registries using tokens or env vars—bring your internal libraries with you.Logic Assistant (Preview): Describe logic, get code + visuals
Generate XS from natural language and immediately validate/edit in Canvas, Stack, or Code views.Canvas View: See the flow
A node-based, editable visualization of your function logic—great for reviews and handoffs.Agents—Free Test Credits
Kick the tires on Agents with included Gemini-powered test credits per workspace (no external key required).New Quick Start Template
A richer starter with core tables, expanded auth APIs, reset password flow, and an example Agent—so new users can explore real logic in minutes.A Xano Status Page
Because Xano runs separate instances for each customer, a single global status page isn’t feasible. Instead, we’ll provide a status page for Xano’s core infrastructure here.
Thank you for being on this journey with us and can't wait to hear your feedback on everything!