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fossil
Simple, high-reliability distributed SCM with built-in web interface
Description
Fossil is a simple, high-reliability, distributed software configuration management system. It features project management, a built-in web interface, friendly self-hosting, simple networking, and is distributed as an all-in-one standalone executable.
AI Summary
All-in-one distributed SCM with built-in wiki, bug tracker, and web interface
Capabilities
- + Distributed version control
- + Built-in web interface for browsing
- + Integrated wiki and bug tracker
- + Single standalone executable
- + Easy self-hosting
Use When
- → When you want an all-in-one SCM with built-in project management
- → When simplicity and reliability are priorities
Avoid When
- x When you need Git ecosystem compatibility