Devilbox: Docker-based XAMPP alternative

In plain words

Devilbox is a Docker-based local development environment designed as an alternative to XAMPP. It provides developers with a containerized setup for web application development, offering flexibility and isolation compared to traditional local server stacks. The tool is built for developers who prefer Docker's approach to managing dependencies and environments. It launched on GitHub in 2016 and continues to serve as an open-source solution for local web development workflows.

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