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Power Every Decision

Formulas & Advanced Calculations

Turn your data into actionable intelligence. Create complex calculations, automate logic-based rules, and connect values across modules — all without writing a single line of code.

Automate Logic at Scale

Everything You Can Do with Formulas

Build smart, connected formulas that unify your data across the platform. From simple math to cross-entity calculations, Nixa gives you total control over your logic.
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Formula Builder

Visual formula editor with autocomplete

Excel-like formula syntax

Field autocomplete

Syntax validation

Formula templates library

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Function Library

Comprehensive set of built-in functions

Math functions (SUM, AVG)

Text functions (CONCAT)

Date functions (TODAY)

Logical functions (IF, AND)

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Cross-Entity Formulas

Reference data from related entities

Lookup values

Rollup calculations

Count related records

Aggregate related data

Formula Types

Build Smarter, Not Harder

Adapt formulas to every scenario — whether you’re validating input, computing performance metrics, or triggering automated workflows.
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Calculated Fields

Fields that automatically compute values based on other fields

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Validation Rules

Formulas that enforce data quality and business rules

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Conditional Logic

Show/hide fields and trigger workflows based on formulas

Available Functions

Explore the Function Library

Nixa includes a complete library of built-in functions for mathematical, logical, textual, and AI-powered operations. Combine them to build even the most complex calculations.
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Use Cases

Where Formulas Power Your Business

Automate calculations and standardize logic across your business, from financial analytics to data validation and AI-driven reporting.
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Financial Calculations

Calculate totals, taxes, discounts, margins, and profit automatically

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Date Calculations

Compute ages, durations, deadlines, and aging reports

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Performance Metrics

Calculate KPIs, conversion rates, and growth percentages

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Business Intelligence

Derive insights with calculated metrics and aggregations

Formula Outcomes

The Impact of Smarter Calculations

Consistent, fast, and accurate — Nixa's formula engine powers analytics and automation at every scale.

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Functions available
Math, string, date, lookup, AI, and custom helpers.

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Faster modeling
Autocomplete, sandboxes, and dependency graphs remove guesswork.

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Runtime slowdowns
Compiled formulas and intelligent caching keep apps fast.

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Version history
Compare diffs, roll back changes, and require approvals before publishing.
What builders ask

Formula FAQ

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Absolutely. Use IF/ELSE, SWITCH, and nested expressions with syntax validation guiding you the entire way.

Yes. Lookup and rollup helpers expose related records, aggregates, and inverse relationships without writing SQL.

Every change is tracked with detailed history, previews, and rollback options. Admins can require peer review before publishing.

Formulas compile to optimized bytecode, execute only when dependent fields change, and surface performance metrics in dashboards.

Custom Entities

Model any process your way

Jump to Custom Entities to see how flexible schemas, relationships, and permissions power every formula.

Unlock the Power of Formulas

Automate calculations and build intelligent data systems with formulas.