Self-Hostable Developer Utilities & BaaS
Own your data. Verified open-source developer platforms and tools that can be launched with a single docker-compose.yml file.
Ollama
Local AI & InferenceGet up and running with Llama 3.3, Mistral, Qwen, and other large language models locally with a simple CLI and REST API.
LocalAI
Local AI & InferenceLocal, OpenAI-compatible REST API for running LLMs, audio transcription, image generation, and embeddings on commodity CPU/GPU.
LibreChat
Web UI & ChatEnhanced, self-hostable open-source AI chat platform unifying OpenAI, Anthropic, Gemini, and local LLMs.
Qdrant
Local AI & InferenceVector similarity search engine with extended filtering support, payload indexing, and high-performance Rust core.
SearXNG
AI Workflow & OrchestrationPrivacy-respecting open-source metasearch engine ideal for grounding AI models and retrieval-augmented generation.
Hoppscotch
API Testing & DebuggingOpen-source API development ecosystem, lightweight web & desktop app with WebSocket, GraphQL, and SSE support.
Mockoon
API Mocking & SandboxesThe easiest and quickest way to design and run mock REST APIs locally with custom routes, rules, and proxies.
WireMock
API Mocking & SandboxesFlexible simulator and mock server for HTTP-based APIs with support for record/playback and stateful scenarios.
Supabase
Databases & BaaSOpen source Firebase alternative providing PostgreSQL, Auth, Instant APIs, Realtime subscriptions, and Storage.
PocketBase
Databases & BaaSOpen source backend in 1 file consisting of embedded SQLite database with real-time subscriptions, built-in auth, and admin dashboard.
SuperTokens
Authentication & SecurityOpen-source alternative to Auth0 and Firebase Auth providing passwordless, social login, session management, and user roles.
Coolify
Self-Hosted Cloud & PaaSSelf-hostable, open-source all-in-one alternative to Heroku, Netlify, and Vercel for applications, databases, and services.
Dokku
Self-Hosted Cloud & PaaSSmallest PaaS implementation powered by Docker, allowing Git push-to-deploy on your own single server.
PostHog
Observability & AnalyticsOpen-source product analytics suite combining web analytics, session replays, feature flags, and survey tools.
Umami
Observability & AnalyticsPrivacy-focused, cookie-free open-source web analytics platform with a fast and intuitive dashboard.
MinIO
Storage & BucketsHigh-performance, S3-compatible open-source object storage suite designed for high-density cloud data.
GlitchTip
Observability & AnalyticsOpen-source, self-hosted error tracking system compatible with Sentry client libraries and SDKs.
Meilisearch
Search & DiscoveryLightning-fast, typo-tolerant open-source search engine providing instant full-text search as you type.
Typesense
Search & DiscoveryFast, typo-tolerant open-source search engine designed for delightful developer experience and sub-50ms search.
Qdrant Cloud
Databases & BaaSOpen-source vector database and similarity search engine for machine learning embeddings and semantic retrieval.
Keycloak
Authentication & SecurityOpen source identity and access management solution for modern applications and services, supporting OpenID Connect and SAML.
Zitadel
Authentication & SecurityOpen source identity infrastructure with turnkey authentication, audit logs, multi-tenancy, and passkeys.
Portainer Community
Self-Hosted Cloud & PaaSUniversal container management platform for Docker, Docker Swarm, and Kubernetes with clean web GUI.
Nginx Proxy Manager
Self-Hosted Cloud & PaaSExpose your web services easily and securely with automatic Let's Encrypt SSL certificates and web administration.
Plausible Analytics Self-Hosted
Observability & AnalyticsLightweight and open-source Google Analytics alternative with zero cookies and full GDPR compliance.
Prometheus
Observability & AnalyticsAn open-source monitoring system with a dimensional data model, flexible query language, and alerting.
Uptime Kuma
Observability & AnalyticsSelf-hosted monitoring tool like Uptime Robot with modern dashboard and notifications across 90+ services.
PocketBase 1-Click Backend
BaaS & DatabasesInstant open-source backend in 1 binary file with embedded SQLite database, real-time subscriptions, and auth rules.
Stirling-PDF Ultimate Toolbox
Backend & MicroservicesFull-featured, privacy-first PDF manipulation suite to merge, split, OCR, redact, and sign PDFs with zero cloud tracking.
Twenty
Open-Source SaaS & Web AppsBuilding a modern, open-source alternative to Salesforce with clean UI and GraphQL APIs.
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