# Extra: Creating custom components

As you already know, Appmixer comes with a set of [Utilities](/kb/appmixer-studio-features/utility-modules.md) and Applications. These represent components that can be used when building a flow. By default, we offer a wide range of Utilities and Applications, and we're constantly working on adding new ones.

The beautiful thing about Appmixer is that you can develop your custom components using Node.js, and upload them to the Appmixer engine using our CLI tool. Alternatively, you can adjust the current components to your liking using the same method.

*Side note: Even though this is not one of the Backoffice features, it's rather about setting up your Appmixer instance, and therefore, related to Backoffice.*

Below, see a high-level overview of how you can develop and upload your own components. 

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We recommend referring to our technical documentation to learn more: <https://docs.appmixer.com/appmixer/appmixer-cli/appmixer-cli>
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### 1. Define and implement your component

![](/files/-Mi0gVJ8BEgApzU7D-1f)

### 2. Pack and publish using our CLI

![](/files/-Mi0gZ1hBgTKUjNoVak5)

### 3. Use it in your workflows and integrations

![](/files/-Mi0gfrnSlWzJSM195GA)

As you – *or your developers* – can feel, the process does not take weeks or months as it's typical when building new APIs. Appmixer makes it super easy to implement new components fast and cost-effective.

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We recommend referring to our technical documentation to learn more: <https://docs.appmixer.com/appmixer/appmixer-cli/appmixer-cli>
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