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Find 5+ alternatives to ChatGPT

Find 5+ alternatives to ChatGPT

Managing AI models and building intelligent applications can be simpler and more efficient with the right tools. Open-source platforms provide flexible and cost-effective solutions for individuals, teams, and businesses. In this blog, we’ve compiled a list of popular open-source tools like AnythingLLM, LobeChat, Ollama, Dify, and FlowiseAI. From integrating

Find 5+ alternative to Jira / Trello / Asana

Managing projects and tasks can be easier with the right tools. Open-source software provides flexible and cost-effective options for individuals and teams. In this blog, we’ve compiled a list of popular open-source tools like Plane, Focalboard, Taiga, Leantime, OpenProject, Wekan, and Kanboard. From managing tasks visually with Kanban boards

MetaTrader: Free Open Source Trading Platform for Forex, Stocks, and Crypto

Open source softwares

MetaTrader: Free Open Source Trading Platform for Forex, Stocks, and Crypto

Navigating the financial markets can be both exciting and challenging. MetaTrader 5 is a powerful, free, and open-source trading platform designed to help traders excel in Forex, Stocks, and Crypto markets. Whether you’re a seasoned trader or just starting, MetaTrader offers robust tools for technical analysis, automated trading, and

Browserless: Free Open Source Website Scraping & Automation Tool

Open source softwares

Browserless: Free Open Source Website Scraping & Automation Tool

The internet is a goldmine of data and possibilities, but accessing and utilizing this information effectively often requires powerful tools. Browserless is a free and open-source platform that simplifies web scraping and automation tasks. Whether you’re a developer, researcher, or entrepreneur, Browserless empowers you to harness the full potential

Ollama: Free Open Source LLM Platform

Open source softwares

Ollama: Free Open Source LLM Platform

In recent years, large language models (LLMs) have revolutionized the way we interact with technology, enabling natural language processing tasks that were once thought impossible. From chatbots to code generation, LLMs have become a cornerstone of innovation. Among the myriad of platforms available, Ollama stands out as a free, open-source

Step-by-Step Guide to Self-Hosting Next.js Apps

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Step-by-Step Guide to Self-Hosting Next.js Apps

Next.js has become one of the most popular frameworks for building modern web applications due to its performance, flexibility, and built-in features like SSR/SSG and API routes. While platforms like Vercel make deployment effortless, some developers prefer self-hosting for greater control, customization, or cost savings. In this guide,

Teable: Free Open Source No-Code PostgreSQL Database Platform

Open source softwares

Teable: Free Open Source No-Code PostgreSQL Database Platform

Developing a backend to let non-technical users access your database can be long and difficult. While many turn to commercial platforms like Airtable, these tools can be expensive and proprietary. Enter Teable, a free, open-source, no-code platform that offers powerful database management built on PostgreSQL. It combines flexibility, custom views,

Llana: Free Open Source No-Code API Wrapper for SQL/NoSQL Databases

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Llana: Free Open Source No-Code API Wrapper for SQL/NoSQL Databases

Building APIs for modern applications can often be a time-consuming and repetitive process. Llana, a free and open-source no-code API wrapper, simplifies this process by automatically generating API endpoints for CRUD operations across popular databases like MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and SQL Server. If you're a developer seeking to

SFTPGo: Free Open Source SFTP Server with Advanced File Management

Open source softwares

SFTPGo: Free Open Source SFTP Server with Advanced File Management

Managing file storage and transfers efficiently and securely has become critical for modern businesses. SFTPGo, a free, open-source SFTP server, delivers on this need with advanced file management features. It extends beyond traditional SFTP by integrating cloud storage, offering fine-grained role-based permissions, and enabling event-driven automations. If you’re looking

Best Practices for Building Interactive Dashboards in Apache Superset

Best Practices for Building Interactive Dashboards in Apache Superset

Hello everyone! we’ll explore the essential best practices for building interactive dashboards in Apache Superset. Superset is an open-source data visualization platform that helps users to create insightful dashboards and explore data effortlessly. However, to fully use its potential, understanding optimization techniques and design principles is important. This guide

How to Install Extensions in Keycloak

How to Install Extensions in Keycloak

We will see how to install extensions in Keycloak. Before we start, ensure you have deployed Keycloak, we will be self-hosting it on Elestio. Keycloak is an open-source identity and access management solution, offering single sign-on (SSO), social login, and centralized authentication and authorization. To enhance its functionality, you can

Setting up Sign in with LinkedIn using Keycloak

Setting up Sign in with LinkedIn using Keycloak

Hey everyone, in this blog we will be setting up the "Sign in with LinkedIn" option using Keycloak. We will be using a self-hosted Keycloak instance deployed on Elestio. So, to get started head over to Elestio Dashboard and deploy and login into the Keycloak instance to get

Setting up Sign in with GitLab using Keycloak

Setting up Sign in with GitLab using Keycloak

Hey everyone, in this blog we will be setting up the "Sign in with GitLab" option using Keycloak. We will be using a self-hosted Keycloak instance deployed on Elestio. So, to get started head over to Elestio Dashboard and deploy and login into the Keycloak instance to get

Setting up Sign in with GitHub using Keycloak

Setting up Sign in with GitHub using Keycloak

Hey everyone, in this blog we will be setting up the "Sign in with GitHub" option using Keycloak. We will be using a self-hosted Keycloak instance deployed on Elestio. So, to get started head over to Elestio Dashboard and deploy and login into the Keycloak instance to get

Setting up Sign in with Facebook using Keycloak

Setting up Sign in with Facebook using Keycloak

Hey everyone, in this blog we will be setting up the "Sign in with Facebook" option using Keycloak. We will be using a self-hosted Keycloak instance deployed on Elestio. So, to get started head over to Elestio Dashboard and deploy and login into the Keycloak instance to get

Setting up Sign in with Twitter using Keycloak

Setting up Sign in with Twitter using Keycloak

Hey everyone, in this blog we will be setting up the "Sign in with Twitter" option using Keycloak. We will be using a self-hosted Keycloak instance deployed on Elestio. So, to get started head over to Elestio Dashboard and deploy and login into the Keycloak instance to get

What is the User Storage Federation in Keycloak

What is the User Storage Federation in Keycloak

Keycloak supports LDAP and Active Directory out of the box, enabling rapid integration with these popular directories. For other types of databases or custom user data solutions, Keycloak provides a User Storage SPI (Service Provider Interface), allowing developers to create custom plugins that can connect Keycloak to virtually any data

Mapping Claims and Assertions in Keycloak

Mapping Claims and Assertions in Keycloak

Keycloak’s integration with external identity providers (IDPs) via SAML (Security Assertion Markup Language) and OIDC (OpenID Connect) enables user authentication while bringing valuable user profile information. The integration process claims and assertions to Keycloak’s local user attributes, which can then be used by applications within your realm. This

Caching with Redis for Backend in Apache Superset

Caching with Redis for Backend in Apache Superset

Self-hosting Apache Superset and Redis on Elestio provides a foundation for creating interactive dashboards with optimized performance. One way to improve performance is by configuring Redis as the caching backend for Superset. This guide walks through the process of integrating Redis with Superset, highlights common pitfalls, and explains how to

Tracking E-Commerce Sales Performance with Superset

Tracking E-Commerce Sales Performance with Superset

An effective sales performance dashboard can help businesses track their revenue, monitor order value, and assess conversion rates all in one place. Apache Superset provides a platform to create such a dashboard, giving you actionable insights to optimize sales strategies. This guide will show you how to build a real-time

FunkWhale: Free Open-source Decentralized Music Platform

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FunkWhale: Free Open-source Decentralized Music Platform

Music is a universal language, but how we access, share, and enjoy it often depends on centralized paid platforms that limit control for users and creators. Enter FunkWhale—a free, open-source, decentralized music platform that breaks these barriers. Designed for music lovers, artists, podcasters, and anyone with a passion for

Appsmith: Free Open-source Low-Code App Builder

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Appsmith: Free Open-source Low-Code App Builder

In today’s fast-paced tech world, businesses are constantly looking for efficient ways to build and maintain custom software. Enter Appsmith, an open-source, low-code platform that’s designed to help professional developers create applications faster without sacrificing control or flexibility. With Appsmith, developers can enjoy the speed of low-code while

How to Deploy or Integrate a Service with Tor Onion on Elestio

How to Deploy or Integrate a Service with Tor Onion on Elestio

To make your services accessible over Tor, you can configure a Tor service within your service Docker Compose setup. This will allow your service to function as an onion site, providing enhanced privacy and limiting access to Tor-compatible browsers. Here’s a guide to setting up your service with Tor

Elestio’s Vision: Simplifying DevOps with Fully Managed Open-Source Solutions

Elestio’s Vision: Simplifying DevOps with Fully Managed Open-Source Solutions

Managing DevOps can feel overwhelming, especially for small to mid-sized businesses with limited resources. At Elestio, we understand that while open-source technology provides incredible flexibility and power, it also brings unique challenges. That’s why we’re thrilled to have been featured on HostingAdvice, where we had the chance to

SonarQube: Free Open-source Code Security & Quality Gate Platform

Open source softwares

SonarQube: Free Open-source Code Security & Quality Gate Platform

SonarQube has become a vital tool for developers and organizations prioritizing code quality and security in their software projects. As an open-source platform, it provides a comprehensive solution for tracking code vulnerabilities, enforcing code quality standards, and establishing a structured quality gate in the CI/CD pipeline. This article explores