Open Source Development Software
Development tools provide the environments and utilities needed to write, debug, and deploy software. These tools automate repetitive coding tasks and manage the lifecycle of applications through integrated editors, command line interfaces, and visual workflow builders. This type of software serves programmers and system architects who need to build custom logic or deploy AI agents. Self-hosting these apps ensures that source code, API keys, and internal build pipelines remain on private infrastructure rather than relying on external cloud platforms.
This page lists 203 open source tools in the Development category. The most popular are n8n, OpenCode and Visual Studio Code. Most use the MIT or Apache-2.0 license, and 144 offer an official Docker image.
NetPad
A cross-platform C# editor and playground for running code snippets without creating full projects.
Open Wearables
Unify health data from multiple wearable providers into a single API for analysis and automation.
Frappe Builder
A low-code website builder with a visual editor and integrated CMS for creating responsive web pages.
Sendune
Create and manage HTML email templates using a no-code designer for transactional and marketing communications.
Cozystack
A framework for converting bare metal servers into a cloud platform with a REST API for infrastructure management.
RunJS
A desktop playground for JavaScript and TypeScript that provides instant execution and results for code experiments.
Websoft9
A web-based PaaS and Linux panel for deploying and managing over 200 open source applications.
Corteza
A low-code platform for building CRM, business process applications, and structured data tools with automated workflows.
Fusio
Self-hosted API management platform to transform internal infrastructure into scalable API products for humans and AI agents.
Ferron
A memory-safe web server written in Rust with automatic TLS certificate acquisition and renewal.
Saltcorn
Build web and mobile database applications using a no-code interface with flexible views and layouts.
AntigravityManager
Manage multiple Google Gemini and Claude AI accounts with automated switching and real-time quota monitoring.
OpenRouteService
A customizable routing engine providing directions, isochrones, and distance matrices using OpenStreetMap geographic data.
Envoy AI Gateway
A gateway for routing application traffic to generative AI services with support for over sixteen LLM providers.
Dyrector
Manage container deployments and versions across Docker, Kubernetes, and Podman from a single self‑hosted platform.
OpenRemote
An open source IoT platform for device management, asset tracking, and automation via a rules engine.
DreamFactory
A self-hosted data access platform that automatically generates governed REST APIs from various data sources.
Review Board
A web-based code and document review tool for tracking changes and managing development discussions.
Routr
A lightweight SIP proxy, location server, and registrar for scalable telephony and communication service infrastructure.
LostPixel
Detects UI changes through visual regression testing for Storybook, Ladle, Histoire, and modern frontend application pages.
Elgg
A rapid development framework for building socially aware web applications and social networking engines using PHP.
Semaphore
A continuous integration and delivery platform that uses YAML configurations to automate software builds and deployments.
IT Tools
A collection of handy online utility tools for developers with a focus on user experience.
OpenSIPS
A multi-functionality SIP server implementation designed for professional communication platforms requiring high performance and security.
LiveCodes
A client side code playground supporting over 90 languages and frameworks for rapid prototyping and sharing.
Conar
Manage multiple database connections with AI assisted SQL query writing and encrypted storage for various database engines.
Voiden
An offline API workspace that uses plain text files to unify requests, documentation, and tests.
MODX Revolution
A flexible PHP content management system and application framework for building custom websites and mobile APIs.
Synara
A local-first desktop workspace for managing AI coding agents through existing subscriptions with parallel worktrees and integrated terminals.
Terrateam
Automates infrastructure plans and applies within pull requests for Terraform, OpenTofu, and Pulumi using GitOps workflows.
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