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polkadot{.js} vs Hoppscotch
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polkadot{.js}
7.0Portal into the Polkadot and Substrate networks
Hoppscotch
8.0Open source API development ecosystem
| Metric | polkadot{.js} | Hoppscotch |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Developer Tools | Developer Tools |
| AI Score | 7.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | - | 245 |
| 90-day Installs | - | 789 |
| 365-day Installs | 4 | 3.7K |
| Version | 0.132.1 | 26.4.0-0 |
| Auto-updates | No | No |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 1.8K | 58 |
| GitHub Forks | 1.6K | 1 |
| Open Issues | 242 | 13 |
| License | Apache-2.0 | — |
| Language | TypeScript | — |
| Last GitHub Commit | 2mo ago | 2mo ago |
| First Seen | Jun 14, 2021 | Nov 14, 2023 |
Reviews
polkadot{.js}
polkadot.js provides a comprehensive portal for interacting with Polkadot and Substrate networks, offering essential tools for developers and blockchain enthusiasts to access and manage Substrate chains effectively.
Enables users to interact with Polkadot and Substrate nodes through a user-friendly interface.
Pros
- + Essential tool for blockchain developers working with Polkadot and Substrate.
- + Active maintenance and updates indicated by recent GitHub activity.
- + Permissive Apache-2.0 license allows for broad use and modification.
Cons
- - Lacks auto-update functionality, requiring manual checks for new versions.
- - No significant community discussion outside of GitHub.
Hoppscotch
Hoppscotch is an open-source API development ecosystem offering a modern alternative to tools like Postman. It provides features for building, testing, and documenting APIs, making it ideal for developers seeking a self-hosted, open-source solution.
Hoppscotch is a tool for building, testing, and documenting APIs.
Pros
- + Open-source and self-hostable
- + Cross-platform support (macOS, Windows, Linux)
- + Modern and intuitive user interface
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Some open issues may affect stability