Open Source Documentation & Knowledge Base Tools
A curated collection of the best open source tools for creating and managing documentation and knowledge bases..
Fast, collaborative wiki for teams who need organized docs
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41,018Last commit
15 hours agoLicense
BUSL-1.1
Team knowledge base with real-time collaboration, AI-powered search, Slack integration, and self-hosting support for internal docs and wikis.
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Self-hosted wiki with AI, compliance, and real-time editing
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22,060Last commit
24 hours agoLicense
AGPL-3.0
Self-hosted wiki platform for enterprise teams with real-time collaboration, built-in AI, SSO, RBAC permissions, and compliance support for ITAR, FedRAMP, and GDPR.
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Open-source API documentation and testing platform
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16,303Last commit
11 hours agoLicense
MIT
Scalar is an open-source tool for building, customizing, and hosting interactive API documentation with OpenAPI support.
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Build beautiful documentation sites with Next.js
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13,437Last commit
12 hours agoLicense
MIT
A flexible Next.js framework for creating stunning documentation sites with MDX support, built-in search, and customizable components.
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Unified API development ecosystem for modern teams
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2,617Last commit
8 months agoLicense
AGPL-3.0
All-in-one platform for API testing, documentation, and collaboration, simplifying the entire API development lifecycle.
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Collaborative content creation for technical teams
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2,005Last commit
11 days agoLicense
AGPL-3.0
A powerful platform for technical writing, offering real-time collaboration, version control, and seamless integrations.
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Open-source knowledge management and collaboration platform
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1,324Last commit
12 hours agoLicense
LGPL-2.1
XWiki is a flexible, feature-rich wiki software that helps organizations structure and share knowledge efficiently.
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Open-source CMS for text-driven websites
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618Last commit
1 day agoLicense
MIT
Create manuals, documentation, and websites with this markdown-based content management system, with options for ebook conversion.
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Build lasting communities with modern forum technology
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341Last commit
2 days agoLicense
MPL-2.0
Create permanent, discoverable communities with modern forum features. Combines discussion, curation, and wiki functionality in one platform.
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Effortless changelog creation for open-source projects
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284Last commit
2 months agoLicense
AGPL-3.0
Automate and simplify changelog generation from Git commits, ensuring clear and consistent project documentation.
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Effortless blogging for developers and tech enthusiasts
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254Last commit
2 months agoLicense
AGPL-3.0
A minimalist, markdown-based blogging platform designed for developers, featuring syntax highlighting and seamless Git integration.
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Transform documentation with developer-focused simplicity
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114Last commit
10 days agoLicense
MIT
Create powerful, interactive documentation with hot reloading, TypeScript support, custom components, and built-in API docs generation.
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Docmost – Open-source wiki software with real-time collaboration, diagrams, AI, SSO, RBAC permissions and more.
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