What is Portage?

The Portage Development Project is dedicated to creating a dynamic and continually enhancing tool for managing and installing packages. The team behind it is committed to building a unified system that reduces complications, prioritizing elements such as backward compatibility, automation, and ease of use. Problems are tracked and addressed through the Gentoo bug tracker, while developer communication is supported through the gentoo-portage-dev mailing list. Moreover, the #gentoo-portage IRC channel on the Libera.Chat network provides an additional avenue for collaboration. Ultimately, the aim of the Portage project is to seamlessly integrate tools for both developers and users, thereby improving the development and maintenance of Gentoo packages. This effort extends beyond just refining Portage; it also includes enhancing associated tools and ensuring that the APIs are beneficial for other applications within the ecosystem. By promoting teamwork and open communication among developers, the project aspires to foster ongoing innovation and create a more efficient package management experience for all users. This holistic approach not only addresses current challenges but also anticipates future needs in the ever-evolving landscape of software development.

Pricing

Price Starts At:
Free
Free Version:
Free Version available.

Integrations

Offers API?:
Yes, Portage provides an API

Screenshots and Video

Portage Screenshot 1

Company Facts

Company Name:
Portage
Company Website:
wiki.gentoo.org/wiki/Project:Portage

Product Details

Deployment
Linux
Training Options
Documentation Hub
Support
Web-Based Support

Product Details

Target Company Sizes
Individual
1-10
11-50
51-200
201-500
501-1000
1001-5000
5001-10000
10001+
Target Organization Types
Mid Size Business
Small Business
Enterprise
Freelance
Nonprofit
Government
Startup
Supported Languages
English

Portage Categories and Features