Open source

« Open source » refers to a type of software or project where the source code is made freely available to the public. This means anyone can view, modify, and distribute the software without restrictions, often under specific licenses. Open-source software encourages collaboration and transparency, allowing developers from around the world to contribute improvements and innovations.

Widely used open-source software programs

Open-source software is widely appreciated for its flexibility, security, and cost-effectiveness

LibreOffice

A powerful office suite that serves as a free alternative to Microsoft Office.

Mozilla Firefox & Thunderbird

A privacy-focused web browser with strong security features and email client developed which prioritizes privacy and security, ensuring that users’ data is not tracked or sold

VLC Media Player

A versatile media player capable of handling almost any audio or video format.

Linux

An open-source operating system that powers a vast majority of web servers worldwide.

GIMP

A robust image editing tool often compared to Adobe Photoshop.

Odoo

A popular open-source business management software used for CRM, ERP, and other enterprise solutions.

Shotcut

A feature-rich open-source video editing software.

Atom

Atom is a desktop application built with HTML, JavaScript, CSS, and Node.js integration. It runs on Electron, a framework for building cross platform apps using …

Free AI tools

These AI tools cover a wide range of applications, from content creation to image restoration and video editing. You can explore more details here and here.

  • ChatGPT (Free Tier) – OpenAI’s conversational AI with a free plan offering access to GPT-4o.
  • DALL-E 2 – A powerful AI image generator that creates stunning visuals from text prompts.
  • GFP-GAN – An AI tool for restoring old or damaged photos with impressive accuracy.
  • Copy.ai – A free AI-powered copywriting assistant for generating engaging content.
  • Lumen5 – An AI-driven video creator that transforms text into dynamic videos.
  • Canva’s AI Art Generator – A user-friendly tool for generating AI-powered designs.
  • HubSpot’s Free AI Content Writer – A tool for crafting marketing and business content.
  • Lalal.ai – An AI-powered audio stem splitter for music and sound editing.
  • Yiaho: An innovative French-language AI that’s gaining popularity.
  • Grok (xAI): A curious and unrestricted AI developed by xAI.
  • Microsoft Copilot: A built-in assistant that makes everyday life easier.
  • Gemini: Google’s AI that offers advanced capabilities.