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Deploying ToolJet with Helm Chart

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You should setup a PostgreSQL database manually to be used by ToolJet. You can find the system requirements here.

ToolJet runs with built-in Redis for multiplayer editing and background jobs. When running separate worker containers or multi-pod setup, an external Redis instance is required for job queue coordination.

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To use ToolJet AI features in your deployment, make sure to whitelist https://api-gateway.tooljet.com and https://python-server.tooljet.com in your network settings.

This repository contains Helm charts for deploying ToolJet on a Kubernetes Cluster using Helm v3. The charts include an integrated PostgreSQL server that is enabled by default. However, you have the option to disable it and configure a different PostgreSQL server by updating the values.yml file.

Installation​

From Helm repo​

helm repo add tooljet https://github.com/ToolJet/helm-charts.git
helm install tooljet tooljet/tooljet

From the Source​

  1. Clone the repository and navigate to this directory
  2. Run helm dependency update
  3. It is recommended but optional to modify the values in the values.yaml file, such as usernames, passwords, persistence settings, etc.
  4. Run helm install -n $NAMESPACE --create-namespace $RELEASE .

Remember to replace the variables with your specific configuration values.

ToolJet Database​

ToolJet offers a hosted database solution that allows you to build applications quickly and manage your data effortlessly. The ToolJet database requires no setup and provides a user-friendly interface for data management.

For more information about the ToolJet database, you can visit here.

Redis Configuration​

For a multi-service or multi-pod setup, it is recommended to use an external Redis instance.

Default Behavior:

  • Redis is included in the Helm chart but disabled by default.

When to Enable Redis?

  • If ReplicaSet > 1, Redis must be enabled inside values.yaml for session management.

Enabling or Disabling Redis in values.yaml

To enable Redis, modify the following section in values.yaml:

redis:
  enabled: true # Set to true if ReplicaSet > 1
  fullnameOverride: redis
  auth:
    enabled: true
    password: "tooljet"
  master:
    service:
      port: 6379

Using an External Redis Instance:

  • To configure an external Redis, update the values.yaml with the following variables:

    REDIS_HOST=<external_redis_host>
    REDIS_PORT=<external_redis_port>
    REDIS_USER=<external_redis_user>
    REDIS_PASSWORD=<external_redis_password>

Workflows​

ToolJet Workflows allows users to design and execute complex, data-centric automations using a visual, node-based interface. This feature enhances ToolJet's functionality beyond building secure internal tools, enabling developers to automate complex business processes.

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For users migrating from Temporal-based workflows, please refer to the Workflow Migration Guide.

Enabling Workflow Scheduling​

To enable workflow scheduling in your Helm deployment, you need to configure the following environment variables:

env:
  WORKER: "true"
  TOOLJET_WORKFLOW_CONCURRENCY: "10"

Environment Variable Details:

  • WORKER (default: true): Enable job processing for workflows. Set to true to process workflow jobs
  • TOOLJET_WORKFLOW_CONCURRENCY (default: 10): Maximum number of concurrent workflows that can be executed
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External Redis for Multiple Workflow Workers: When running multiple workers for workflows, an external stateful Redis instance is recommended for better performance and reliability. The built-in Redis is suitable for single-worker workflow setups.

Configuring Multiple Workers with External Redis​

Helm values.yaml Configuration for Multiple Workers

The ToolJet Helm chart includes a dedicated worker deployment template (worker.yml) that can be used to run multiple workflow workers. Here's how to configure it:

Step 1: Enable Redis in values.yaml

redis:
  enabled: true # Enable Redis for multiple workers
  architecture: standalone
  fullnameOverride: redis
  auth:
    enabled: true
    password: "your-secure-password"
  master:
    service:
      port: 6379
    persistence:
      enabled: true
      size: 8Gi

Step 2: Configure Redis Connection

redis_pod:
  REDIS_HOST: "redis-master" # Redis service name
  REDIS_PORT: "6379"
  REDIS_USER: "default"

Step 3: Add Workflow Environment Variables

Add these to the env: section in values.yaml:

env:
  TOOLJET_HOST: "https://your-tooljet-domain.com"
  DEPLOYMENT_PLATFORM: "k8s:helm"
  TOOLJET_WORKFLOW_CONCURRENCY: "10"
  # ... other environment variables

Step 4: Configure Worker Settings

workflow_env:
  WORKER: "true" # Already set by default

apps:
  tooljet:
    replicaCount: 1 # Main application server

Step 5: Install or Upgrade with Helm

helm upgrade --install tooljet tooljet/tooljet -f values.yaml

Architecture​

The Helm chart deploys:

  • Main ToolJet deployment (deployment.yaml): Web server with WORKER=true, handles HTTP requests and processes workflow jobs
  • Worker deployment (worker.yml): Additional dedicated workers with WORKER=true, scale independently for more processing capacity
  • External Redis: Stateful service for job queue and persistence

Redis Configuration Requirements​

Critical: Redis must be configured with:

  • AOF (Append Only File) persistence enabled
  • maxmemory-policy set to noeviction

To configure these settings, you can use Redis configuration:

redis:
  enabled: true
  master:
    persistence:
      enabled: true
    extraFlags:
      - --appendonly yes
      - --maxmemory-policy noeviction

Redis Environment Variables (Optional)​

If you need to configure additional Redis settings, you can add these to the env: section:

env:
  REDIS_HOST: "redis-master" # Default: redis-master
  REDIS_PORT: "6379" # Default: 6379
  REDIS_USERNAME: "" # Optional: Redis username (ACL)
  REDIS_PASSWORD: "" # Optional: Set via secret
  REDIS_DB: "0" # Optional: Redis database number
  REDIS_TLS: "false" # Optional: Enable TLS/SSL

Note: Only REDIS_HOST and REDIS_PORT are required. Authentication and TLS are optional based on your Redis setup.

Upgrading to the Latest LTS Version​

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If this is a new installation of the application, you may start directly with the latest version. This upgrade guide is only for existing installations.

New LTS versions are released every 3-5 months with an end-of-life of atleast 18 months. To check the latest LTS version, visit the ToolJet Docker Hub page. The LTS tags follow a naming convention with the prefix LTS- followed by the version number, for example tooljet/tooljet:ee-lts-latest.

Prerequisites for Upgrading​

Critical: Backup Your PostgreSQL Instance

Before starting the upgrade process, perform a comprehensive backup of your PostgreSQL instance to prevent data loss. Your backup must include both required databases:

  1. PG_DB (Application Database) - Contains users, apps, and configurations
  2. TOOLJET_DB (Internal Database) - Contains ToolJet Database feature data

Ensure both databases are included in your backup before proceeding with the upgrade.

  • Users on versions earlier than v2.23.0-ee2.10.2 must first upgrade to this version before proceeding to the latest LTS version.
  • ToolJet 3.0+ Requirement: Deploying ToolJet Database is mandatory from ToolJet 3.0 onwards. For information about breaking changes, see the ToolJet 3.0 Migration Guide.

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