SourceForge.net Introduces Subversion Support for Key Open Source Projects
World’s largest open source community site enhances offerings with latest SCM tools and services
Fremont, CA, January 19, 2006 -- SourceForge.net, (part of the OSTG, Inc. technology network, a wholly-owned subsidiary of VA Software Corporation), a collaborative development environment and download repository of open source applications, announced today that it will provide support for the Subversion Software Configuration Management (SCM) system in addition to the CVS (Concurrent Versions System) SCM services currently provided. Subversion is an open source version control system designed to serve as a compelling alternative for CVS by providing directories, renames and file meta-data, plus other improved key features.
With this additional service offering, launched to selected site users on January 12, 2006, SourceForge.net will encourage increased open source software development and better serve its vast IT community in its evaluation and adoption of open source software and applications.
SourceForge.net’s support of Subversion acknowledges its adoption by many large open source projects, such as Debian and KDE, of Subversion. However, SourceForge.net will continue to offer CVS in order to ensure a continuity of service for those who choose not to migrate to Subversion.
“By offering both Subversion and CVS, we allow software developers to decide which is best for their requirements and development styles. Expanding our services is part of the site’s overall strategy of community-driven, continual improvement,” continued Seirmarco. “Over the next few months, SourceForge.net plans more enhancements to the site, including a redesigned project categorization system, powerful new search options and new community participation capabilities.”
Launched in 1999, Sourceforge.net has been at the heart of the open source movement by providing robust development platforms and community interaction. SourceForge.net currently hosts more than 110,000 open source projects and has more than 1.2 million registered users worldwide. SourceForge.net provides a fully integrated resource for developers to create open source projects and applications, enabling IT professionals to participate in the enhancement of those projects, and giving IT professionals and technical enthusiasts the ability to evaluate those projects and applications in a trusted, collaborative environment. For more information about SourceForge.net, visit http://www.sourceforge.net.
About OSTG, Inc.
OSTG, Inc. (Open Source Technology Group) is the cornerstone of the open source movement and the leading online network for IT managers and development professionals. OSTG's technology-focused sites include Slashdot.org, SourceForge.net, ITManagersJournal.com, NewsForge.com, Linux.com and freshmeat.net. OSTG also owns ThinkGeek.com, the leading retailer for innovative technology products. For more information, visit http://www.ostg.com.
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