# Technology Attributes

These attributes represent technology stack information returned by Tomba's Technology Finder service, which helps identify software, tools, and platforms used by organizations.

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## Technology Details

| Attribute     | Description                                   | Example                      |
| ------------- | --------------------------------------------- | ---------------------------- |
| `slug`        | Unique identifier for the technology          | intercom                     |
| `name`        | The technology or tool name                   | Intercom                     |
| `description` | Brief description of the technology's purpose | Customer messaging platform  |
| `icon`        | Icon filename for the technology              | Intercom.png                 |
| `website`     | Official website URL of the technology        | https://www.intercom.com     |
| `categories`  | Technology category information (object)      | See Categories section below |

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## Categories Object

The `categories` field contains detailed classification information for the technology.

| Attribute | Description                        | Example   |
| --------- | ---------------------------------- | --------- |
| `id`      | Unique identifier for the category | 10        |
| `slug`    | URL-friendly category identifier   | analytics |
| `name`    | Human-readable category name       | Analytics |

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## Example Response

```json
{
    "data": [
        {
            "slug": "intercom",
            "name": "Intercom",
            "icon": "Intercom.png",
            "website": "https://www.intercom.com",
            "categories": {
                "id": 10,
                "slug": "analytics",
                "name": "Analytics"
            }
        }
    ]
}
```

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## Use Cases

- **Technology Stack Analysis**: Understand what tools and platforms a company uses
- **Sales Intelligence**: Identify companies using specific technologies for targeted outreach
- **Competitive Research**: Analyze competitors' technology choices and infrastructure
- **Integration Planning**: Find companies using compatible or complementary technologies
- **Market Research**: Track technology adoption trends across industries
- **Lead Qualification**: Score leads based on their technology stack fit

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## Technology Categories

Technologies are organized into various categories including:

- **Analytics**: Data analysis, tracking, and business intelligence tools
- **CRM**: Customer relationship management systems
- **Marketing Automation**: Email marketing, campaign management, and automation
- **Customer Support**: Help desk, chat, and support ticketing systems
- **E-commerce**: Online store platforms and shopping cart solutions
- **Payment Processing**: Payment gateways and financial transaction tools
- **Cloud Infrastructure**: Hosting, servers, and cloud services
- **Development Tools**: Frameworks, libraries, and development platforms
- **Security**: Security tools, SSL certificates, and protection services
- **Content Management**: CMS platforms and content delivery systems
- **Advertising**: Ad networks and advertising platforms
- **Communication**: Email services, messaging, and collaboration tools
- **Productivity**: Project management and productivity applications
- And many more...

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## Notes

- Technology detection is based on multiple data sources including website analysis, public APIs, and business intelligence
- **Tomba Technology works with Wappalyzer v6 apps.json** for comprehensive technology identification
- The accuracy of detection varies depending on how publicly visible the technologies are
- Some technologies may be detected through indirect signals or integrations
- Results include both frontend and backend technologies where detectable
- Technology information is regularly updated to reflect changes in company infrastructure