WordPress
WordPress, Git-ified. This repository is just a mirror of the WordPress subversion repository. Please do not send pull requests. Submit pull requests to https://github.com/WordPress/wordpress-develop and patches to https://core.trac.wordpress.org/ instead. (by WordPress)
htmly
Simple and fast databaseless PHP blogging platform, and Flat-File CMS (by danpros)
| WordPress | htmly | |
|---|---|---|
| 952 | 5 | |
| 20,291 | 1,204 | |
| 0.5% | 1.4% | |
| 9.9 | 9.3 | |
| 4 days ago | 10 days ago | |
| PHP | PHP | |
| GNU General Public License v3.0 or later | GNU General Public License v3.0 only |
The number of mentions indicates the total number of mentions that we've tracked plus the number of user suggested alternatives.
Stars - the number of stars that a project has on GitHub. Growth - month over month growth in stars.
Activity is a relative number indicating how actively a project is being developed. Recent commits have higher weight than older ones.
For example, an activity of 9.0 indicates that a project is amongst the top 10% of the most actively developed projects that we are tracking.
Stars - the number of stars that a project has on GitHub. Growth - month over month growth in stars.
Activity is a relative number indicating how actively a project is being developed. Recent commits have higher weight than older ones.
For example, an activity of 9.0 indicates that a project is amongst the top 10% of the most actively developed projects that we are tracking.
WordPress
Posts with mentions or reviews of WordPress.
We have used some of these posts to build our list of alternatives
and similar projects. The last one was on 2025-05-06.
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Open Source: A Goldmine for Indie Hackers
Open source software is built on the democratic idea that everyone should be able to inspect and contribute to the source code. Major projects like Linux, WordPress, and the Apache HTTP Server have shown how collaborative efforts can produce robust, scalable solutions. Indie hackers, often working with limited budgets, gain access to highly dependable tools such as Python and MySQL, which were originally developed and maintained by global communities.
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Indie Hacking with Open Source Tools: Innovating on a Budget
Another case involves a duo launching an eco-friendly e-commerce website. Using WordPress paired with WooCommerce, they built a fully featured site with a sustainable operational model. Enhanced analytics from Matomo brought data-driven insights and growth strategies to life. This project highlights the benefits of cost-effective, community-driven solutions in the competitive e-commerce landscape.
Platforms like WordPress combined with WooCommerce allow for seamless website and e-commerce management.
- PHP em 2025: Por Que Ele Ainda Reina na Web?
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Arguments a customer can understand not to use WordPress
I saw an article that Wordpress has a new version. So I checked the code on Github. While I could do a lot of moaning about the code, I want to present some arguments that can help you to make a customer not choose for WordPress.
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I tried 5 Content Management Systems - Which One we Chose?
Wordpress
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Open Source: A Goldmine for Indie Hackers – Unleashing Creativity and Collaboration
Open source software, defined by its openly accessible source code, has democratized software development like never before. Platforms and projects such as Linux Foundation supported Linux, WordPress, and the Apache HTTP Server have paved the way for innovation rooted in transparency and collaboration. Indie hackers, known for doing more with less, have found a goldmine in these community-supported projects. Not only do these resources eliminate the hefty costs associated with proprietary software, but they also empower entrepreneurs to build, iterate, and scale their projects rapidly. In the original article, the discussion highlighted several advantages of open source, from cost-effectiveness to community collaboration, outlining clear benefits for indie hackers. The transformative power of open source lies in its ability to provide tools that expedite development and foster creative problem-solving—attributes that every indie hacker can appreciate.
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Indie Hacking Success Stories with Open Source Licenses
WordPress: The powerhouse behind over 40% of the web, WordPress’s success is deeply intertwined with the open source ethos. Licensed under GPL, WordPress has fostered a rich ecosystem filled with plugins and themes. This robust community engagement, underpinned by open source principles, underlines the importance of continuous user feedback and development. For developers looking to monetize their projects, exploring strategies on monetizing open source projects can provide valuable insights.
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Automattic Hit with Class Action over WP Engine Dispute
> This program is distributed in the hope that it will be useful, but WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY; without even the implied warranty of MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. See the GNU General Public License for more details.
https://github.com/WordPress/WordPress/blob/master/license.t...
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Why Next.js Is Ideal for Headless CMS Integration ?
Website : https://wordpress.org/ Best For : Headless Mode for Familiarity
htmly
Posts with mentions or reviews of htmly.
We have used some of these posts to build our list of alternatives
and similar projects. The last one was on 2023-07-08.
- HTMLy, simple and fast databaseless PHP blogging platform
- Simple WYSIWYG html editor? Open source or cheap.
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Open Source Alternatives to Wordpress
I can recommend HTMLy https://www.htmly.com/
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Self hosted blog webpage
You should give https://www.htmly.com/ a try.
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Simple Photo Blog Solution
Another flat-file blog I tried is HTMLy, by default it has a content type Image post which is basically what you're looking for.
What are some alternatives?
When comparing WordPress and htmly you can also consider the following projects:
Dotclear - Issues → https://git.dotclear.org/dev/dotclear/issues
Bludit - Simple, Fast, Secure, Flat-File CMS
Wagtail - A Django content management system focused on flexibility and user experience
Anchor CMS