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What both publish
| Fact | DEV Community | Lobsters |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 2014 | 2012 |
| Open source | DEV is built on Forem, open-source software that people can inspect and contribute to. | The site's source code and deployment configuration are available under a 3-clause BSD license, and the code can be used to start a sister site. |
| Privacy | DEV’s privacy policy says it does not directly collect or store payment card information entered through its services. | Domains used for marketing analytics are banned and tracking parameters are removed from links. |
| Purpose | DEV is a community where software developers collaborate and learn from one another. | Lobsters is a computing-focused community centered around link aggregation and discussion. |
DEV Community plans
- FreeFree
- Free ForeverFree
- DEV++ Early-bird$8 a month
Lobsters plans
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Pick DEV Community if…
DEV suits developers looking to publish technical writing, take part in discussion, or follow other authors. Organizations can use its branded profiles and contributor features.
Pick Lobsters if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.