This document summarizes the features of Parse, a backend as a service platform. Parse allows developers to build mobile and web applications using its database, API, and cloud code capabilities. It supports iOS, Android, JavaScript and other platforms. The core features include a database with various data types, a RESTful API for CRUD operations, user authentication, cloud code for running server-side logic, and background jobs. It also offers hosting, auto-scaling, and integration with platforms like Facebook and Twitter.