Open Source
Open source describes software whose code is public — anyone can read, use, and improve it, usually for free. Much of the modern web is built on open-source tools maintained by large communities.
Why does open source matter to your business?
Open-source tools lower cost and reduce lock-in. Because the code is public and widely used, it is well-tested, well-documented, and supported by many developers rather than a single vendor who can raise prices or disappear. That protects your investment.
At Nabee, builds lean on mature open-source foundations where they fit, so your money goes toward what makes your product unique rather than toward reinventing solved problems or paying for closed tools you do not need.
A concrete example
The frameworks and libraries behind web platforms like Toree are largely open source. Standing on that foundation means faster, cheaper, more maintainable builds than writing everything privately from zero.
Related terms
Common questions
- Is open-source software safe to build on?
- Widely used open-source tools are often more scrutinized and better tested than closed alternatives, which makes them a solid foundation.
- Does open source mean my product is public?
- No. Your product built on open-source tools stays yours and private; only the underlying tools are public.
- Does open source save money?
- Usually, by avoiding license fees and reusing proven components, so budget goes to what is unique about your product.