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Description

Fossil is a robust and straightforward distributed software configuration management system that boasts several advanced functionalities, including Project Management, which not only facilitates distributed version control akin to Git and Mercurial but also incorporates features for bug tracking, wikis, forums, chat, and technotes. It comes equipped with a built-in web interface that is themeable, extensible, and user-friendly, providing a comprehensive array of information pages that enhance situational awareness. As a self-contained and standalone executable, Fossil can be easily installed by downloading a precompiled binary for operating systems like Linux, Mac, or Windows and placing it in your $PATH. Furthermore, it allows users to establish a project website in mere minutes through various methods and is designed to be CPU and memory efficient, meaning most projects can be hosted on a budget-friendly $5/month VPS or even a Raspberry Pi. Additionally, users have the option to create an automatic mirror on GitHub. Networking is straightforward with Fossil, which utilizes standard HTTPS or SSH for secure communications, ensuring seamless connectivity. Overall, Fossil presents an all-in-one solution for developers looking to manage their projects efficiently and effectively.

Description

Redmine serves as a versatile web-based application designed for project management. Built with the Ruby on Rails framework, it is compatible across various platforms and databases. As an open-source tool, it is distributed under the GNU General Public License v2 (GPL), allowing for widespread use and modification. It supports multiple projects simultaneously and features a flexible role-based access control system. The application includes an adaptable issue tracking mechanism, alongside Gantt charts and calendar functionalities. Users can manage news, documents, and files effectively, while also benefiting from feeds and email notifications. Each project can have its own wiki and forums, facilitating collaboration. Furthermore, it offers time tracking capabilities and allows for custom fields related to issues, time entries, projects, and users. Integration with source control management systems, such as SVN, CVS, Git, Mercurial, and Bazaar, is available, enhancing the project's development workflow. Issues can be created directly via email, and Redmine supports multiple LDAP authentication methods, along with user self-registration. Additionally, it accommodates multiple languages and databases, making it a robust choice for diverse project management needs. With its extensive customizability and numerous features, Redmine stands out as a powerful tool for teams aiming to streamline their project management processes.

API Access

Has API No 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

Amazon Lightsail No 
Astah UML No 
Bugsnag No 
Conviso Platform No 
Hubstaff No 
Kamatera No 
MaxelTracker No 
ONLYOFFICE Docs No 
OXARI No 
Runrun.it No 
SCM-Manager No 
SQLite Yes 
Saber Feedback No 
Teamwork.com No 
Testuff No 
UNGUESS No 
Wufoo No 
Zendesk No 
iceScrum No 

Integrations

Amazon Lightsail Yes 
Astah UML Yes 
Bugsnag Yes 
Conviso Platform Yes 
Hubstaff Yes 
Kamatera Yes 
MaxelTracker Yes 
ONLYOFFICE Docs Yes 
OXARI Yes 
Runrun.it Yes 
SCM-Manager Yes 
SQLite No 
Saber Feedback Yes 
Teamwork.com Yes 
Testuff Yes 
UNGUESS Yes 
Wufoo Yes 
Zendesk Yes 
iceScrum Yes 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial No 
Free Version Yes 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial No 
Free Version Yes 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises Yes 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows Yes 
Mac Yes 
Linux Yes 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support No 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Vendor Details

Company Name

Fossil

Founded

2010

Website

fossil-scm.org/home/doc/trunk/www/index.wiki

Vendor Details

Company Name

Redmine

Founded

2006

Website

www.redmine.org

Product Features

CMDB

Change Management No 
Configuration Management Yes 
Data Visualization Yes 
Device Auto Discovery No 
IT Asset Management No 
Impact Management No 
License Management No 
Performance Management Yes 
Relationship Mapping No 

Version Control

Branch Creation / Deletion No 
Centralized Version History No 
Code Review No 
Code Version Management No 
Collaboration Tools No 
Compare / Merge Branches No 
Digital Asset / Binary File Storage No 
Isolated Code Branches No 
Option to Revert to Previous No 
Pull Requests No 
Roles / Permissions No 

Product Features

Project Management

Agile Methodologies Yes 
Budget Management No 
Client Portal Yes 
Collaboration Tools No 
Cost-to-Completion Tracking Yes 
Customizable Templates Yes 
Gantt Charts Yes 
Idea Management Yes 
Kanban Board Yes 
Milestone Tracking Yes 
Portfolio Management No 
Resource Management No 
Time & Expense Tracking No 
Traditional Methodologies Yes 

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