# 8nodes > Generate n8n workflows using AI. 8nodes is an AI-powered tool that helps you build workflows for the n8n automation platform. It lets you describe what you want to automate in natural language, then generates a functional n8n workflow for you. You can preview and edit the workflow before copying it into your n8n instance. It's designed for technical and non-technical users who want to save time and simplify workflow creation. n8n (short for 'nodemation') is an open-source workflow automation tool. The name combines 'node' and 'automation', with the 8 standing in for the eight letters in between. It’s known for flexibility, extensibility, and being a self-hostable alternative to tools like Zapier. ## Features - Natural language to n8n workflow generation - Editable and copyable JSON output - Build workflows from images - Instant preview of generated workflows - Support for multiple n8n nodes and integrations - Community and priority support (based on plan) ## Integrations n8n ## Platforms WEB ## Pricing Freemium — Free tier available with paid upgrades ## Links - Website: https://8nodes.dev/ - Documentation: https://8nodes.dev/doc - EveryDev.ai: https://www.everydev.ai/tools/8nodes