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DevForge is a modern, blazing-fast, and universal local development environment built specifically for Windows developers. It provides an isolated, portable, and hassle-free server stack for developing PHP, Node.js, and MySQL applications.
DevForge is engineered for performance, stability, and simplicity:
- No Windows Service Clutter: DevForge does not permanently register background Windows services. Its built-in service orchestration manages processes cleanly and shuts them down completely when you exit.
- Isolated & Portable: Keep your entire development environment self-contained in one directory without scattering files across system folders or polluting the Windows registry.
- Lightning Fast: Enjoy near-instant startup times and rapid virtual host resolution.
DevForge is available in two distinct distributions to suit your workflow:
The full all-in-one setup installer pre-bundles all runtimes (Apache, MySQL, PHP, Node.js, Composer, Mailpit, phpMyAdmin) and system prerequisites.
👉 ⬇️ Download DevForge v1.0.5 Standalone Setup (.exe)
(Direct high-speed download · ~180 MB · Verified Release Asset)
Or view all versions on the Releases Page.
This repository contains the Portable Edition structure of DevForge.
- Clone or download this repository as a ZIP.
- Launch
DevForge.exedirectly from the root folder. - Add or customize your favorite runtimes inside the
bin/directory.
| Component | Version | Description |
|---|---|---|
| PHP | 8.5.10 / 8.2 |
Fast-CGI runtimes pre-configured with essential web development extensions |
| Node.js | v22.22.0 LTS |
Modern JavaScript runtime bundled with npm and npx |
| Composer | v2.10.3 |
Dependency manager for PHP pre-configured and globally accessible |
| Apache | 2.4.66 |
High-performance HTTP/HTTPS web server with mod_rewrite & virtual host support |
| MySQL | 8.4.3 / 8.0 |
Enterprise-grade relational database engine with automated data lifecycle |
| Mailpit | 1.20.0 |
Ultra-fast local email testing server & web UI for catching and inspecting outgoing mail |
| phpMyAdmin | 5.2 |
Full-featured web-based MySQL administration interface |
- Pretty Local URLs: Automatically map project folders into clean local domains (e.g.,
http://myproject.testinstead ofhttp://localhost/myproject). - Zero-Config Local SSL: One-click local HTTPS certificates for testing secure web applications.
- Service Orchestration: Start, stop, or restart individual services or the entire stack with a single click.
- System Tray Minimization: Seamlessly runs in the Windows notification area with quick-access tray menus.
- Flexible Directory Layout:
projects/— Place your web project folders here.config/— Apache and MySQL configuration files.defaults/— Pristine default configurations and templates.bin/— Runtimes for Apache, PHP, MySQL, Node.js, Mailpit, etc.logs/— Aggregated server logs.
- Clean Uninstall: Because it does not pollute system directories, removing or moving DevForge is as simple as deleting its folder.
- Clone this repository or download the ZIP:
git clone https://github.com/deadxfire/DevForge-Local-Server-for-Developers.git
- Double-click
DevForge.exein the root directory. - Click Start All Services.
- Open your browser and navigate to
http://localhostto view the DevForge welcome page!
- Operating System: Windows 10 (Version 1903 or later) or Windows 11 (64-bit)
- Processor: 64-bit Intel / AMD CPU (x64)
- Memory: Minimum 4 GB RAM (8 GB or more recommended)
- Privileges: Administrator privileges may be requested when binding standard ports (80/443) or managing virtual hosts.
- Bug Reports: Found a bug? Open an issue via our Bug Report Template.
- Feature Requests: Have an idea? Submit a request via our Feature Request Template.
Copyright © 2026 Arindam Makar. All Rights Reserved.
DevForge and all associated binaries, designs, and documentation are proprietary software. See LICENSE for terms.