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fossa · v3.20.4
3
7.0
Zero-configuration polyglot dependency analysis tool
brew install --cask fossa 44
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Install trend
Trust Score 3/10
✗ Open source (NOASSERTION) +0
✗ Active development +0
✓ Licensed +1
✗ No auto-updates +0
✓ Not deprecated +1
✓ Established (>1yr) +1
✗ Low installs +0
Version History
v3.20.41d ago3.20.2→3.20.4
2d ago3.20.1→3.20.2
11d ago3.20.0→3.20.1
18d ago3.19.3→3.20.0
23d ago3.19.2→3.19.3
24d ago3.19.1→3.19.2
25d ago3.19.0→3.19.1
27d ago3.18.4→3.19.0
1mo ago3.18.3→3.18.4
1mo ago3.18.2→3.18.3
+ 21 older versions
Review
Mar 10, 2026FOSSA is a powerful dependency analysis tool that supports multiple languages and build systems. It helps developers track licenses, identify vulnerabilities, and manage dependencies efficiently.
FOSSA analyzes project dependencies, identifies vulnerabilities, and tracks open-source licenses.
Maturity: The project is mature with active development and regular updates.
Community: Hacker News mentions indicate interest in FOSSA's capabilities for dependency management and code review, though some discussions are older.
Pros
- + Zero-configuration setup simplifies integration into development workflows.
- + Supports over 20 build systems, making it versatile for various projects.
- + Integrates seamlessly with CI/CD pipelines for automated dependency checks.
Cons
- - Lacks auto-update functionality, requiring manual checks for updates.
- - Written in Haskell, which might be less familiar to some developers.
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