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XAMPP
xampp · v8.2.4-0
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7.0
Apache distribution containing MySQL, PHP, and Perl
brew install --cask xampp Conflicts with: xampp@7
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Trust Score 2/10
✗ Open source +0
✗ Active development +0
✗ Licensed +0
✗ No auto-updates +0
✓ Not deprecated +1
✓ Established (>1yr) +1
✗ Low installs +0
Review
Mar 10, 2026XAMPP is a comprehensive local development environment offering Apache, MySQL, PHP, and Perl, ideal for testing web applications without complex setup. It benefits web developers seeking a quick, all-in-one solution.
Provides a local server environment for testing web applications.
Maturity: The project is mature with regular updates, though it lacks auto-updates. GitHub shows moderate activity with some open issues.
Community: Hacker News discussions highlight both praise for its ease and warnings about security. Notably, a 2026 mention touts a modern alternative, while a 2025 post warns of security risks.
Pros
- + Easy setup for local development
- + Includes essential web development tools
- + Cross-platform compatibility
- + Free and widely used
- + Active community support
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Security concerns noted
- - Some features may be outdated
Community Mentions
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