Simplifying Open-Source: Need Your Insights on an App-Store-Like Tool
for Easy Deployment
reddit / selfhosted

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adminsattitude · 2023-12-07 16:03

Hey everybody!

I'm exploring an idea and would love your take on it. Imagine a tool
that lets you deploy and maintain open-source software as effortlessly
as downloading an app from the Apple App Store. Sounds convenient,
right?

Here’s where I need your wisdom:

1. **Would this make your life easier?** Especially when dealing with
the complexities of deploying and maintaining open-source tools.
2. **What features would you want in such a tool?** Thinking about
ease of use, customization, etc.
3. **Any potential pitfalls or challenges** you foresee with this
approach?

Your insights are invaluable. As someone who's navigated the self-
hosting world, you know the nitty-gritty better than anyone. Looking
forward to your thoughts and discussions!

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ShakaLaka_Around · 2023-12-07 16:10

Interesting concept! Have you considered the diverse range of open-
source tools out there? It's not just about ease of installation but
also about compatibility and maintenance. Many of us in the self-
hosted community value the control and customization open-source
offers. How would your tool address these without oversimplifying?
Also, think about the updates and support for these tools. Would be
great to see how your idea evolves to tackle these aspects. Keep us
posted!

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tgp1994 · 2023-12-07 16:50

I could've sworn that there were at least one or two selfhosted
projects that do what you're describing?

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adminsattitude · 2023-12-07 17:45

Do you know any website or names of them?

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tgp1994 · 2023-12-07 18:45

For sure! The first one I can find is [umbrelOS](https://www.reddit.co
m/r/selfhosted/comments/14f8bk7/the_latest_umbrelos_release_brings_a_r
edesigned/), I hope that is close to what you're looking for. Perhaps
you might consider contributing to them!

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gabrielcossette · 2023-12-07 19:02

[Yunohost](https://yunohost.org) is one of those mature projects,
that's fully open source.

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jmadden912 · 2023-12-07 21:17

This already exists. CasaOS and Cosmos are both great options. I
haven't tried UmbrelOS but another alternative

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adminsattitude · 2023-12-07 23:15

This is helpful thanks for providing the links! The UmrelOS looks
pretty nice I will have a closer look at it