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For minor company expenses, you might utilize a spend management solution or track everything in spreadsheets. For everything more, you'll need Precoro. We help companies achieve procurement excellence and budget efficiency by building transparent, predictable, automated spending workflows.
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SysAid is an ITSM, Service Desk and Help Desk software solution that integrates all of the essential IT tools into one product. Its rich set of features include a powerful Help Desk, IT Asset Management, and other easy-to-use tools for analyzing and optimizing IT performance.
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Rollup
A module bundler for JavaScript
Rollup is a module bundler for JavaScript which compiles small pieces of code into something larger and more complex, such as a library or application. It uses the new standardized format for code modules included in the ES6 revision of JavaScript, instead of previous idiosyncratic solutions such as CommonJS and AMD. ES modules let you freely and seamlessly combine the most useful individual functions from your favorite libraries. This will eventually be possible natively everywhere, but Rollup lets you do it today. Rollup can be used either through a command line interface with an optional configuration file, or else through its JavaScript API. Rollup allows you to write your code using the new module system, and will then compile it back down to existing supported formats such as CommonJS modules, AMD modules, and IIFE-style scripts. This means that you get to write future-proof code. -
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socket.io
Realtime application framework (Node.JS server)
socket.io is a JavaScript library that allows for realtime, bi-directional communication between web clients and servers. It is composed of two parts: a Node.js server and a JavaScript client library that runs in the browser. socket.io is focused on both reliability and speed, delivering an immensely powerful, fast and yet easy to use realtime engine that’s used by just about everyone: from Microsoft Office and Zendesk to hackathon winners and small startups. It’s considered one of the most depended-upon npm modules, and works on every platform, browser or device. -
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Netron
Visualizer for neural network, deep learning, machine learning models
Netron is a viewer for neural network, deep learning and machine learning models. Netron supports ONNX, Keras, TensorFlow Lite, Caffe, Darknet, Core ML, MNN, MXNet, ncnn, PaddlePaddle, Caffe2, Barracuda, Tengine, TNN, RKNN, MindSpore Lite, and UFF. Netron has experimental support for TensorFlow, PyTorch, TorchScript, OpenVINO, Torch, Arm NN, BigDL, Chainer, CNTK, Deeplearning4j, MediaPipe, ML.NET, scikit-learn, TensorFlow.js. There is an extense variety of sample model files to download or open using the browser version. It is supported by macOS, Windows, Linux, Python Server and browser. -
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GraalPy
A Python 3 implementation built on GraalVM
GraalPy is a high-performance implementation of the Python language for the JVM built on GraalVM. GraalPy is a Python 3.11 compliant runtime. It has first-class support for embedding in Java and can turn Python applications into fast, standalone binaries. GraalPy is ready for production running pure Python code and has experimental support for many popular native extension modules. -
ConnectWise CPQ, formerly ConnectWise Sell, is a professional quote and proposal automation software for IT solution providers. ConnectWise CPQ offers a wide range of tools that enables IT solution providers to save time, quote more, and win big. Top features include professional quote or proposal templates, product catalog and sourcing, workflow automation, sales reporting, and integrations with best-in-breed solutions like Cisco, Dell, HP, and Salesforce.
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OpenTelemetry Collector distributions
OpenTelemetry Collector Official Releases
High-quality, ubiquitous, and portable telemetry to enable effective observability. OpenTelemetry is a collection of APIs, SDKs, and tools. Use it to instrument, generate, collect, and export telemetry data (metrics, logs, and traces) to help you analyze your software’s performance and behavior. Create and collect telemetry from your services and software, then forward it to a variety of analysis tools. OpenTelemetry integrates with many popular libraries and frameworks, and supports code-based and zero-code instrumentation. -
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ts-blank-space
A small, fast, pure JavaScript type-stripper
ts-blank-space is a fast type-stripping compiler that converts TypeScript to JavaScript. It supports a modern subset of TypeScript by erasing the types and replacing them with whitespace. That's it. It is not a type checker and does not perform any other code transformations. The underlying technique can improve build performance and simplify development. The implementation is pure TypeScript. It is simple enough to read and understand in a few minutes because it is only 700 lines of code and reuses the original TypeScript parser. The core idea is to use spaces as a substitute for type annotations. You can think of ts-blank-space as a reference implementation of this type-stripping technique. Much like other compiler techniques seen in the JavaScript ecosystem, such as tree-shaking, it is a reusable idea that any TypeScript compiler could implement. -
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peepDB
CLI tool and python library to inspect databases fast
peepDB is an open-source command-line tool and Python library designed for developers and database administrators who need a fast and efficient way to inspect their database tables without writing SQL queries. With support for MySQL, PostgreSQL, and MariaDB, peepDB is lightweight, secure, and incredibly easy to use. -
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pgwire
PostgreSQL wire protocol implemented as a rust library.
Build a Postgres compatible access layer for your data service. This library implements PostgreSQL Wire Protocol and provides essential APIs to write PostgreSQL-compatible servers and clients. If you are interested in a related topic, you can check project ideas to build on top of this library. -
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HacktoberFest 2023
Hacktoberfest OPEN FIRST Pull Request
This repository is not eligible for Hacktoberfest. If you're looking for a repository to contribute to and participate in Hacktoberfest, please check out our new repository to make your contributions count. -
Think CRM software is just about contact management? Think again. HubSpot CRM has free tools for everyone on your team, and it’s 100% free. Here’s how our free CRM solution makes your job easier.
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Stripe Node.js Library
Node.js library for the Stripe API
The Stripe Node library provides convenient access to the Stripe API from applications written in server-side JavaScript. For collecting customer and payment information in the browser, use Stripe.js. -
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hosts
Consolidate and extend hosts files from several well-curated sources
Consolidating and extending hosts files from several well-curated sources. You can optionally pick extensions to block pornography, social media, and other categories. The unified hosts file is optionally extensible. Extensions are used to include domains by category. Currently, we offer the following categories: fakenews, social, gambling, and porn. Extensions are optional, and can be combined in various ways with the base hosts file. The combined products are stored in the alternates folder. Data for extensions are stored in the extensions folder. You manage extensions by curating this folder tree, where you will find the data for fakenews, social, gambling, and porn extension data that we maintain and provide for you. Create an optional blacklist file. The contents of this file (containing a listing of additional domains in hosts file format) are appended to the unified hosts file during the update process. A sample blacklist is included, and may be modified as you need. -
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PSI Probe
Advanced manager and monitor for Apache Tomcat
Advanced manager and monitor for Apache Tomcat, forked from Lambda Probe. Generally supported versions for third-party tomcat providers align with their support but earlier versions may still work. It is advisable in every case to use only supported tomcat releases per specific vendor. Our support will only be against non-CVE releases. -
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Mistral Inference
Official inference library for Mistral models
Open and portable generative AI for devs and businesses. We release open-weight models for everyone to customize and deploy where they want it. Our super-efficient model Mistral Nemo is available under Apache 2.0, while Mistral Large 2 is available through both a free non-commercial license, and a commercial license. -
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Going.Plaid
Plaid API .NET library
Going.Plaid is a library for interacting with Plaid's banking APIs. See their documentation here. It is supported for .net standard 2.0, .net core 3.1, and .net 5.0+. -
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Valkey GLIDE
An open source Valkey client library that supports Valkey and Redis
Valkey General Language Independent Driver for the Enterprise (GLIDE), is an open-source Valkey client library. Valkey GLIDE is one of the official client libraries for Valkey, and it supports all Valkey commands. Valkey GLIDE supports Valkey 7.2 and above, and Redis open-source 6.2, 7.0 and 7.2. Application programmers use Valkey GLIDE to safely and reliably connect their applications to Valkey- and Redis OSS- compatible services. Valkey GLIDE is designed for reliability, optimized performance, and high-availability, for Valkey and Redis OSS-based applications. It is sponsored and supported by AWS, and is pre-configured with best practices learned from over a decade of operating Redis OSS-compatible services used by hundreds of thousands of customers. To help ensure consistency in application development and operations, Valkey GLIDE is implemented using a core driver framework, written in Rust, with language-specific extensions. -
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Simple DirectMedia Layer
Simple Directmedia Layer
Simple DirectMedia Layer is a cross-platform development library designed to provide low-level access to audio, keyboard, mouse, joystick, and graphics hardware via OpenGL and Direct3D. It is used by video playback software, emulators, and popular games including Valve's award-winning catalog and many Humble Bundle games. SDL officially supports Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android. Support for other platforms may be found in the source code. SDL is written in C, works natively with C++, and there are bindings available for several other languages, including C# and Python. -
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OpenSSL Project
TLS/SSL and crypto library
OpenSSL is a robust, commercial-grade, full-featured Open Source Toolkit for the TLS (formerly SSL), DTLS and QUIC (currently client-side only) protocols. The protocol implementations are based on a full-strength general-purpose cryptographic library, which can also be used stand-alone. Also included is a cryptographic module validated to conform with FIPS standards. OpenSSL is descended from the SSLeay library developed by Eric A. Young and Tim J. Hudson. -
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CrossDB
Ultra High-performance Lightweight Embedded and Server OLTP RDBMS
CrossDB is a ultra high-performance, lightweight embedded and server OLTP RDBMS. It is designed for high-performance scenarios where the main memory can hold the entire database. -
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Dragonbox
Reference implementation of Dragonbox in C++
This library is a reference implementation of Dragonbox in C++. Dragonbox is a float-to-string conversion algorithm based on a beautiful algorithm Schubfach, developed by Raffaello Giulietti in 2017-2018. Dragonbox is further inspired by Grisu and Grisu-Exact. Dragonbox generates a pair of integers from a floating-point number: the decimal significand and the decimal exponent of the input floating-point number. These integers can then be used for string generation of the decimal representation of the input floating-point number, the procedure commonly called ftoa or dtoa. -
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Pusher Channels Javascript Client
Pusher Javascript library
Bi-directional hosted APIs that are flexible, scalable and easy to use. We create and maintain complex messaging infrastructure so you can build the realtime features your users need, fast. -
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Kingfisher
Lightweight, pure-Swift library for downloading images from the web
Kingfisher is a powerful, pure-Swift library for downloading and caching images from the web. It provides you a chance to use a pure-Swift way to work with remote images in your next app. Asynchronous image downloading and caching. Loading image from either URLSession-based networking or local provided data. Useful image processors and filters provided. Multiple-layer hybrid cache for both memory and disk. Fine control on cache behavior. Customizable expiration date and size limit. Cancelable downloading and auto-reusing previous downloaded content to improve performance. Independent components. Use the downloader, caching system, and image processors separately as you need. Prefetching images and showing them from the cache to boost your app. View extensions for UIImageView, NSImageView, NSButton and UIButton to directly set an image from a URL. Built-in transition animation when setting images. Customizable placeholder and indicator while loading images. -
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Playwright
Node library to automate Chromium, Firefox & WebKit with a single API
Playwright is a Node library for automating Chromium, Firefox and WebKit using a single API. It supports headless execution for all these browsers on Linux, macOS and Windows, providing automated web browser interactions that are fast, capable, reliable and ever-green. Playwright enables a broad spectrum of cross-browser web automation capabilities, which are used by Single Page Apps and Progressive Web Apps. These include scenarios that span multiple pages, domains and iframes; emulation of mobile devices, geolocation, and permissions; upload and download files and many more. -
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Faraday
Simple, but flexible HTTP client library, with support for backends
Faraday is an HTTP client library abstraction layer that provides a common interface over many adapters (such as Net::HTTP) and embraces the concept of Rack middleware when processing the request/response cycle. You probably don't want to use Faraday directly in your project, as it will lack an actual client library to perform requests. Instead, you probably want to have a look at Awesome Faraday for a list of available adapters. The best starting point is the Faraday Website, with its introduction and explanation. This library aims to support and is tested against the currently officially supported Ruby implementations. This means that, even without a major release, we could add or drop support for Ruby versions, following their EOL. Currently that means we support Ruby 2.6+. You can also install the faraday_middleware extension gem to access a collection of useful Faraday middleware. -
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gqlgen
Go generate based graphql server library
gqlgen is a Go library for building GraphQL servers without any fuss. You get to Define your API using the GraphQL Schema Definition Language. You should never see map[string]interface{} here. We generate the boring bits, so you can focus on building your app quickly. Still not convinced enough to use gqlgen? Compare gqlgen with other Go graphql implementations. You need to tell gqlgen that it should only fetch friends if the user requested it. gqlgen will be able to automatically bind to strings or ints for models you have written yourself. gqlgen is a schema-first library, before writing code, you describe your API using the GraphQL Schema Definition Language. By default this goes into a file called schema.graphql but you can break it up into as many different files as you want. By default gqlgen will use any models in the model directory that match on name. -
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Saas UI
The React component library for startups, built with Chakra UI
Build intuitive apps that your customers will love. Saas UI is a React component library and starterkit that doesn't get in your way and helps you build intuitive SaaS products with speed. Saas UI ships with an extensive set of foundational and advanced components that cover a wide range of use-cases. Carefully crafted to reduce boilerplate code without sacrificing flexibility. Get started for free with 40+ open source components. Including authentication screens with Clerk, Supabase and Magic. Fully functional forms with React Hook Form. Data tables with React Table.
Guide to Open Source Libraries
Open source libraries are a form of open source software that is designed to be shared and collaborated on by developers all over the world. Open source libraries consist of pre-written code that can be used in programming projects without having to start from scratch. In other words, instead of having to write all your own code, you can borrow code written by someone else and modify it so it works for your project. This makes development much faster and more efficient.
The most popular open source library is the GNU Library General Public License (GPL) which allows anyone who acquires a copy of the GPL-licensed software to redistribute it freely as long as they provide access to any changes they make when redistributing the modified version. Other less well known but still common open source licenses include BSD, Apache, and MIT license. All these licenses have their own rules when it comes to redistribution but generally require users give credit back to the original developer(s).
When utilized correctly, open source libraries can make coding easier and faster than ever before especially for those new or inexperienced with coding languages like Java or Python. These days there are many different repositories where developers can find countless libraries that could save them time in their programming projects ranging from basic input/output operations up through more advanced multi-dimensional data analysis techniques. Popular sites such as GitHub or SourceForge also offer searchable directories that allow developers quickly locate what they need without having to browse through endless pages trying to find the right library for their needs.
In conclusion, open source libraries are invaluable tools in modern day programming projects providing an easier way for coders all over the world collaborate on common tasks while at the same time eliminating redundant work by reusing existing pieces of code whenever possible.
Features of Open Source Libraries
- Documentation: Open source libraries provide comprehensive documentation which is available online and updated regularly. This documents provides detailed instructions on how to use the library, including tutorials, examples, reference guides and more.
- Source Code: The library’s source code is available for examination and modification by anyone interested in the project. This allows users to debug issues, customize features or even create new modules based on existing ones.
- Community Support: Open source communities are usually very active online where developers can ask questions, seek help with debugging and discuss feature requests/suggestions.
- Security Updates & Patches: Most open source projects have a dedicated team providing regular security updates which protect against any potential vulnerability or attack.
- Flexibility & Extendability: Developers have enormous flexibility when it comes to customizing their application with open source libraries as they can easily modify existing codes without having to write them from scratch. Moreover, third-party add-ons are readily available for extending the functionality of any given library.
What Are the Different Types of Open Source Libraries?
- Apache Software Foundation: This organization sponsors and supports many different open source projects, most notably the Apache web server and its related libraries. Projects sponsored by the Apache Software Foundation typically have a strong emphasis on open standards and interoperability.
- GNU General Public License: This license is one of the most recognizable in the world of open source software. It is often referred to as "copyleft" because it requires any derivatives or modifications of a project released under this license to be distributed under the same terms.
- Creative Commons Licenses: These licenses are designed specifically for creative works such as music, writing, and art. They provide creators with an alternative means of distributing their work while still allowing others to use or modify the material without having to ask permission first.
- MIT License: The MIT license is most commonly used for software developed at universities or research centers. It allows developers to freely distribute their work while keeping control over their intellectual property rights.
- GPLv2/GPLv3 Licenses: These licenses are published by the Free Software Foundation and form the foundation of much open source software development today. They require all derivative works based on them to also be distributed under a compatible license and make sure that users have access to both source code and documentation for any program they use (or extend).
- BSD Licenses: Based on Berkeley's original UNIX operating system, these licenses provide developers with more flexibility than other open source licenses when it comes to developing proprietary programs from existing code bases.
Open Source Libraries Benefits
- Reduced Costs: Open source libraries often require no licensing or up-front costs, allowing developers to use them without spending any money. This can be especially helpful for small businesses or startups with limited budgets.
- Greater Flexibility and More Features: With open source libraries, developers have greater ability to customize the code and add extra features as needed. They are also able to access the latest updates quickly, since many open source projects are collaborative in nature and all changes are made available for free. This gives developers more control over their projects.
- Security: Open source libraries have multiple levels of security that can protect users' data from threats. The large number of contributors ensures that the project is constantly monitored and updated regularly with the latest bug fixes and security patches, reducing the risk of vulnerability in client systems.
- Collaboration Opportunities: Working with an open source library allows developers to collaborate directly with a group of people who share similar interests and goals in developing innovative solutions. This encourages open dialogue and feedback from others which can benefit everyone involved in the project.
- Accessibility: Since most open source libraries are free to use, anyone has access to a wide range of resources without having to invest any time or money in obtaining them first. This makes it possible for anyone regardless of their financial situation to contribute their skillset towards advancing technology as a whole.
Types of Users That Use Open Source Libraries
- Hobbyists: Individuals who use open source libraries to explore and develop their own projects, usually as a leisure activity.
- Entrepreneurs: Business owners and people developing products or services that use open source libraries to create and support those products or services.
- Startups: Companies building applications or systems using open source libraries as part of their development cycle in order to quickly prototype and iterate ideas.
- Educators: Professionals in academia who use open source libraries for research or teaching purposes in order to enable students access robust toolsets with minimal cost.
- Corporate Organizations: Large companies integrating open source libraries into their existing development frameworks by taking advantage of the collaborative nature of the software, allowing for quick scalability when needed for projects.
- Government Agencies: Public institutions utilizing open source libraries for the public good, from developing systems that improve public safety to creating digital infrastructure in remote areas with limited resources.
- Nonprofits: Charitable organizations leveraging open source library capabilities to help conduct social campaigns more efficiently as well as build technology solutions that provide better access to essential services like healthcare, education, etc., around the globe.
How Much Do Open Source Libraries Cost?
Open source libraries are often free and don't have an upfront cost associated with using them. However, depending on the library and its usage, there may be additional costs such as providing support for whatever issue you're facing or purchasing a more advanced version of the library. In addition, if someone has to dedicate their time to learning how to use the library, there might be some internal labor costs that you will incur. Finally, while open source libraries can make development easier in many cases, they may also cause delays due to bugs in the code or difficulty integrating them into existing systems. Therefore, when considering making use of an open source library it's important to consider all of these potential costs and determine which option makes sense financially for your business/organization.
What Software Do Open Source Libraries Integrate With?
Open source libraries provide a range of benefits, including the ability to customize programming and reduce costs. As such, many types of software are able to integrate with open source libraries. Examples include operating systems such as Linux and Unix; web development tools such as JavaScript, Node.js, and PHP; cloud computing platforms and application servers like Apache Tomcat; databases like MySQL; computer languages such as C++, Python, and Java; graphics applications such as Blender 3D or Inkscape; game engines like Unreal Engine 4 and Unity 3D; development frameworks like AngularJS or Ruby on Rails; financial systems such as GnuCash or OpenERP; content management systems (CMS) including Joomla. and Drupal; media content players such as VLC Media Player or Kodi (formerly known as XBMC); CAD design programs like FreeCAD or SolidWorks 3D CAD software. The list goes on - there is virtually no limit to the types of software that can integrate with open source libraries depending on your individual needs.
Recent Trends Related to Open Source Libraries
- Increased Efficiency: Open source libraries have been developed to enable developers to create more efficient code and reduce development times. These libraries are generally well-documented, easy to use, and often updated with bug fixes and new features.
- Cost Savings: Open source libraries are typically free to use, which can help developers save costs compared to proprietary software solutions. This can be especially beneficial for small businesses or startups that don't have the budget for expensive software.
- Community Support: Many open source libraries have a large community of developers who provide technical support and contribute to the library's development. This allows developers to get help quickly and benefit from the collective knowledge of the community.
- Security: Open source libraries are often subject to more rigorous security testing than proprietary software solutions, as their code is open for scrutiny by anyone in the community. This can make them more secure than some proprietary software solutions.
- Flexibility: Open source libraries are generally highly customizable and extensible, allowing developers to tailor them to their specific needs. This makes them ideal for projects that require a high degree of customization or integration with other technologies.
How Users Can Get Started With Open Source Libraries
Getting started with open source libraries is easy and can save you a lot of time. Here are the steps you need to take:
- Find the Open Source Library You Need:The first step to using open source libraries is finding one that best suits your needs. With so many out there, it can be difficult to decide which one to use. Taking the time to research and choose a library carefully will ensure that you have the right tools for your project. Resources like GitHub or Stack Overflow can help you find suitable libraries.
- Get Familiar with Documentation and Tutorials: Once you’ve chosen an open source library, get familiar with its documentation and tutorials available online. Learning how to properly utilize all of the features provided by a library will make development easier and faster in the long run. This step is especially important if this will be your first experience working with an open source library for your project.
- Download or Clone the Code Repository: After finding a suitable library and reading up on some tutorials, it’s finally time to download or clone (if applicable) its code repository from its hosting platform (GitHub, Bitbucket etc). This may sound intimidating but as long as you pay attention while going through tutorials from point #2 it should be fairly straightforward task.
- Install Necessary Dependencies: In order for most libraries work properly there may be certain dependencies (other programs) needed in order for the code repository work without any hiccups - these are usually listed in documentation associated with each specific library so read carefully here before continuing further. Installing these beforehand should avoid future headaches when running your code on different platforms down the line.
- Set Up Local Environment: With all necessay software installed on your system it's now time to setup local environment which means that everything is ready for testing purposes - having separate environment allows developers not break anything in other projects keep clean versioning system throughout entire process.