# Open Source · Tech watch

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Software with open source code, including licensing and contribution practices.

## [Decap CMS brings content editing into a Git workflow](<https://sebastien.rigaux.be/en/tech-watch/links/decap-cms-brings-content-editing-into-a-git-workflow>)

Decap CMS adds an editorial interface to static sites while keeping content in the Git repository. Teams can manage drafts, reviews, and publishing with version history and a live preview that supports non-technical contributors.

Its declarative setup lives in a `config.yml` file for defining collections, fields, and workflows, while custom widgets extend the editor. For teams needing centralized access or relief from Git API limits, Decap Turbo adds features including hosted authentication and a database proxy.

2026-11-06 · [Markdown](<https://sebastien.rigaux.be/en/tech-watch/links/decap-cms-brings-content-editing-into-a-git-workflow.md>) · [Original resource](<https://decapcms.org/>)

## [Mautic: automate marketing while keeping control of your data](<https://sebastien.rigaux.be/en/tech-watch/links/mautic-automate-marketing-while-keeping-control-of-your-data>)

Mautic is an open-source marketing automation platform that brings together campaigns, email, landing pages, and contact management. It can be self-hosted on an organization’s infrastructure, with a REST API and plugins for integration and extension.

The page also highlights drag-and-drop campaign creation, lead scoring, and privacy-focused features. Cited use cases include sending more than a million personalized, multilingual emails daily for an e-commerce business.

2026-10-31 · [Markdown](<https://sebastien.rigaux.be/en/tech-watch/links/mautic-automate-marketing-while-keeping-control-of-your-data.md>) · [Original resource](<https://mautic.org/>)

## [BillionMail: self-host an email platform and campaign workflow](<https://sebastien.rigaux.be/en/tech-watch/links/billionmail-self-host-an-email-platform-and-campaign-workflow>)

BillionMail combines a mail server, newsletters, and email marketing in an open-source, self-hosted package. Its repository outlines a setup flow connecting a domain and DNS verification to campaign creation and sending, with list and tag management.

The project supports Docker and installation through aaPanel. It also integrates RoundCube for webmail, offers delivery analytics, and is licensed under AGPLv3; the team running it remains responsible for hosting the service.

2026-10-31 · [Markdown](<https://sebastien.rigaux.be/en/tech-watch/links/billionmail-self-host-an-email-platform-and-campaign-workflow.md>) · [Original resource](<https://github.com/Billionmail/BillionMail?fbclid=IwZnRzaAVSfsRleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBwZG9mBWZkaWQWURXNcp56FMhsSBMENWsMwQT7qCd6y3NydGMGYXBwX2lkCjY2Mjg1NjgzNzkAAR_MI9RcqU99pGd4uxK2p9-mnrPt77hPr6xfWTGamacb-oeBIqlbmf9PZ_hfIA_aem__boTMF88wTbUjGAZtHUMgQ>)

## [OpnForm: open-source forms for cloud or self-hosted deployments](<https://sebastien.rigaux.be/en/tech-watch/links/opnform-open-source-forms-for-cloud-or-self-hosted-deployments>)

OpnForm is an open-source form builder available as both a managed cloud service and a self-hosted application. Its repository documents practical operational details: bundle-size limits, PostgreSQL index migrations that keep writes available, isolated Docker environments for worktrees, and dependency security checks. It also provides an MCP server that lets AI agents create and preview drafts, with versioned previews that support restoring earlier revisions.

2026-10-29 · [Markdown](<https://sebastien.rigaux.be/en/tech-watch/links/opnform-open-source-forms-for-cloud-or-self-hosted-deployments.md>) · [Original resource](<https://github.com/OpnForm/OpnForm>)

## [WebCheck: inspect the public signals a website exposes](<https://sebastien.rigaux.be/en/tech-watch/links/webcheck-inspect-the-public-signals-a-website-exposes>)

WebCheck brings publicly exposed domain information into one interface: DNS, TLS certificates, HTTP headers, subdomains, detected technologies, and potential threat-list matches. It offers **44 checks** and can also examine redirects, trackers, and email configuration.

The results provide a useful starting point for surface-level checks, not a substitute for a thorough audit: some data, such as vulnerabilities linked by Shodan, depends on external sources. The project is open source, can be self-hosted, and provides an API.

2026-10-29 · [Markdown](<https://sebastien.rigaux.be/en/tech-watch/links/webcheck-inspect-the-public-signals-a-website-exposes.md>) · [Original resource](<https://web-check.xyz/>)

## [croc: fast, secure, cross-platform file transfer](<https://sebastien.rigaux.be/en/tech-watch/links/croc-fast-secure-cross-platform-file-transfer>)

croc enables sending files or text between two devices with end-to-end encryption, no network setup, and no user account. The tool works via CLI or a web interface, generates a shareable code, and supports multi-file, folder, and resumable transfers. It stands out for its ease of use, cross-platform support, and a user experience often considered more polished than Magic Wormhole.

2026-10-20 · [Markdown](<https://sebastien.rigaux.be/en/tech-watch/links/croc-fast-secure-cross-platform-file-transfer.md>) · [Original resource](<https://getcroc.com/>)

## [Penpot, an open design and prototyping platform](<https://sebastien.rigaux.be/en/tech-watch/links/penpot-an-open-design-and-prototyping-platform>)

Penpot is an open-source design and prototyping platform connecting design, code, and AI workflows. It supports responsive interfaces, shared components and design tokens, and open formats such as CSS, HTML, SVG, and JSON to help bridge mockups and implementation.

2026-10-04 · [Markdown](<https://sebastien.rigaux.be/en/tech-watch/links/penpot-an-open-design-and-prototyping-platform.md>) · [Original resource](<https://penpot.app/>)

## [Self-hosting Cal.diy: setup guidance and limitations](<https://sebastien.rigaux.be/en/tech-watch/links/self-hosting-cal-diy-setup-guidance-and-limitations>)

Cal.diy is the open-source community edition of Cal.com, and this documentation covers installation, database migrations, upgrades, Docker, and integrations. The project explicitly recommends personal, non-production use, so the guide helps readers assess the operational requirements before self-hosting.

2026-10-04 · [Markdown](<https://sebastien.rigaux.be/en/tech-watch/links/self-hosting-cal-diy-setup-guidance-and-limitations.md>) · [Original resource](<https://www.cal.diy/>)

## [Voicebox: local voice cloning and speech generation](<https://sebastien.rigaux.be/en/tech-watch/links/voicebox-local-voice-cloning-and-speech-generation>)

Voicebox is an open-source desktop voice studio for macOS, Windows, and Linux, with local inference available. It combines voice cloning, speech generation across seven TTS engines, dictation into other apps, and voice conversations with agents.

2026-10-04 · [Markdown](<https://sebastien.rigaux.be/en/tech-watch/links/voicebox-local-voice-cloning-and-speech-generation.md>) · [Original resource](<https://voicebox.sh/>)

## [An open-source local suite for voice workflows](<https://sebastien.rigaux.be/en/tech-watch/links/an-open-source-local-suite-for-voice-workflows>)

VoiceStudio is an open-source voice suite designed for local use, covering voice cloning and design, video dubbing, dictation, transcription, and audiobook creation. The repository advertises support for 646 languages, making it relevant to teams exploring audio workflows without relying solely on a hosted service.

2026-09-13 · [Markdown](<https://sebastien.rigaux.be/en/tech-watch/links/an-open-source-local-suite-for-voice-workflows.md>) · [Original resource](<https://github.com/debpalash/VoiceStudio>)

## [Explore the open-source HeyGem digital-avatar project](<https://sebastien.rigaux.be/en/tech-watch/links/explore-the-open-source-heygem-digital-avatar-project>)

HeyGem is an open-source repository for digital avatars and talking-video generation. It is an older fork of Duix Avatar, offering a useful trail for following the project’s development.

2026-08-20 · [Markdown](<https://sebastien.rigaux.be/en/tech-watch/links/explore-the-open-source-heygem-digital-avatar-project.md>) · [Original resource](<https://github.com/Caladog/HeyGem>)

## [Watermarks Remover: process content you own locally](<https://sebastien.rigaux.be/en/tech-watch/links/watermarks-remover-process-content-you-own-locally>)

This project offers local tools to detect and remove AI-generated watermarks from content you own. Its repository includes an app, editor integrations, and batch-processing options.

2026-08-17 · [Markdown](<https://sebastien.rigaux.be/en/tech-watch/links/watermarks-remover-process-content-you-own-locally.md>) · [Original resource](<https://github.com/guillaumemeyer/watermarks-remover>)

## [Croc: transfer files between machines with a share code](<https://sebastien.rigaux.be/en/tech-watch/links/croc-transfer-files-between-machines-with-a-share-code>)

Croc transfers files between computers using a shared code and an encrypted relay. The project offers binaries and a web interface without requiring a manually configured transfer server.

2026-08-12 · [Markdown](<https://sebastien.rigaux.be/en/tech-watch/links/croc-transfer-files-between-machines-with-a-share-code.md>) · [Original resource](<https://github.com/schollz/croc>)

## [Explore the Microsoft Quantum Development Kit](<https://sebastien.rigaux.be/en/tech-watch/links/explore-the-microsoft-quantum-development-kit>)

This Microsoft Learn page introduces the Quantum Development Kit and links to guides for quantum programming, simulation, and debugging. The open-source kit can connect to Azure Quantum to run programs in the cloud.

2026-08-09 · [Markdown](<https://sebastien.rigaux.be/en/tech-watch/links/explore-the-microsoft-quantum-development-kit.md>) · [Original resource](<https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/quantum/qdk-main-overview>)

## [Duix Avatar: generate AI avatar videos offline](<https://sebastien.rigaux.be/en/tech-watch/links/duix-avatar-generate-ai-avatar-videos-offline>)

Duix Avatar is an open-source toolkit for generating digital-human videos offline. Its repository includes interfaces, resources, and deployment instructions for exploring the pipeline.

2026-07-29 · [Markdown](<https://sebastien.rigaux.be/en/tech-watch/links/duix-avatar-generate-ai-avatar-videos-offline.md>) · [Original resource](<https://github.com/duixcom/Duix-Avatar>)

## [Collect feedback with self-hosted surveys using Formbricks](<https://sebastien.rigaux.be/en/tech-watch/links/collect-feedback-with-self-hosted-surveys-using-formbricks>)

Formbricks combines surveys, in-app feedback, and customer-experience insights in an open-source platform. Self-hosting keeps responses under the organization’s control.

2026-07-21 · [Markdown](<https://sebastien.rigaux.be/en/tech-watch/links/collect-feedback-with-self-hosted-surveys-using-formbricks.md>) · [Original resource](<https://formbricks.com/>)

## [yt-dlp: download media from video platforms](<https://sebastien.rigaux.be/en/tech-watch/links/yt-dlp-download-media-from-video-platforms>)

yt-dlp is a command-line utility for downloading audio and video from many sites. Its repository documents available formats, subtitle options, and post-processing steps.

2026-06-14 · [Markdown](<https://sebastien.rigaux.be/en/tech-watch/links/yt-dlp-download-media-from-video-platforms.md>) · [Original resource](<https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp>)

## [Strix: automate AI-assisted penetration testing](<https://sebastien.rigaux.be/en/tech-watch/links/strix-automate-ai-assisted-penetration-testing>)

Strix is an open-source tool that uses agents to test an application and report vulnerabilities. Its repository exposes the workflow components for evaluation in an authorized environment.

2026-06-06 · [Markdown](<https://sebastien.rigaux.be/en/tech-watch/links/strix-automate-ai-assisted-penetration-testing.md>) · [Original resource](<https://github.com/usestrix/strix>)

## [Manage electronic signatures with Documenso](<https://sebastien.rigaux.be/en/tech-watch/links/manage-electronic-signatures-with-documenso>)

Documenso is an open-source electronic-signature platform with document templates and workflows. Its French site describes integrations and its position as a self-hostable alternative.

2026-06-01 · [Markdown](<https://sebastien.rigaux.be/en/tech-watch/links/manage-electronic-signatures-with-documenso.md>) · [Original resource](<https://documenso.com/fr/>)

## [Prototype interfaces with your coding agent using OpenDesign](<https://sebastien.rigaux.be/en/tech-watch/links/prototype-interfaces-with-your-coding-agent-using-opendesign>)

OpenDesign is an open-source workspace for creating prototypes, pages, and presentations with a coding agent. It centers the workflow on developer files and tools.

2026-05-10 · [Markdown](<https://sebastien.rigaux.be/en/tech-watch/links/prototype-interfaces-with-your-coding-agent-using-opendesign.md>) · [Original resource](<https://open-design.ai/>)

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