ActiveState Platform
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VisitActiveState Platform vs DDEV
What both publish
| Fact | ActiveState Platform | DDEV |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 1997 | 2016 |
| Purpose | The Platform hosts custom runtimes whose projects define runtime components, track project history, and provide deployment instructions. | DDEV is a local development environment for web developers that launches Docker based environments for PHP and Node.js. |
| Support | The State Tool troubleshooting documentation directs users with errors to [email protected]. | The project points users to documentation, GitHub issues, Discord, and contact options for support. |
ActiveState Platform plans
- Free organizationFree
- Paid organizationPriced on request
DDEV plans
- DDEVFree
Pick ActiveState Platform if…
The platform suits organizations that need to build and manage custom runtimes across languages and operating systems. It also supports grouping projects by company, department, or team and managing member access by role.
Pick DDEV if…
DDEV suits web developers and teams who need local Docker-based environments for PHP or Node.js projects. Its presets and integrations are relevant to people working with the listed CMSs, frameworks and hosting providers.