Laragon

Laragon Wamp is a portable, isolated, fast & powerful universal development environment for Apache, Nginx, MariaDB, PHP, Node.js, Redis, Memcached, yarn + ngrok, git... It is fast, lightweight, easy-to-use, and easy-to-extend. Software is great for building and managing modern web applications. It is focused on performance - designed around stability, simplicity, flexibility, and freedom.

Laragon is a portable, isolated, fast & powerful development environment for PHP, Node.js, Python, Java, Go, Ruby. It is a lightweight alternative to XAMPP or WAMP, with a focus on simplicity and ease of use. It provides a one-click solution for setting up local development environments, enabling developers to focus on coding rather than configuration.

The toolis created by Leo Khoa. He is a Head of DevOps for a fast-growing SaaS company. He built the program with one goal: to make web development fast, fun & enjoyable. Productive. Portable. Fast. Effective. Awesome!

• Wanna have a Wordpress CMS? Just 1 click.
• Wanna show your local project to customers? Just 1 click.
• Wanna enable/disable a PHP extension? Just 1 click.

It is very lightweight and will stay as lean as possible. The core binary itself is less than 2MB and uses less than 4MB RAM when running. The app doesn't use Windows services. It has its own service orchestration which manages services asynchronously and non-blocking so you'll find things run fast & smoothly with the program.

Laragon for PC is truly isolated & portable. However, you may need to use the installer as it will detect and install missing run-time components that are required to run C++ applications built using Visual Studio such as PHP, Apache for you. The app starts instantly. You can set program autorun when Windows starts. When running, the software uses just a little amount of your RAM.

It is very easy to install & upgrade. Just download the latest version and click Next, Next, Next... Laragon IDE is very easy to use. For almost time, it will work out-of-the-box that you don't need to touch any configuration files. Laragon Wamp is very easy to extend. You can add other services to your current stack by just extracting them to the app's bin folder.

Why this tool?
It is reasonable that you may need some reasons to know why using this tool is a good choice. The program is a modern, maintained, and rich-featured local development environment. The software improves web development. Developers all over the world are using the program to make apps quickly and easily. It is used by thousands of developers with loves.

Highlights

• Pretty URLs Use app.test instead of localhost/app.
• Portable You can move the app folder around (to other disks, to other laptops, sync to Cloud,...) without any worries.
• Isolated software has an isolated environment with your OS - it will keep your system clean.
• Easy Operation, Unlike others which pre-config for you, the app auto-configs all the complicated things. That why you can add other versions of PHP, Python, Ruby, Java, Go, Apache, Nginx, MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB,... effortlessly.
• Modern & Powerful tool comes with a modern architect which is suitable to build modern web apps. You can work with both Apache & Nginx as they are fully-managed. Also, the app makes things a lot easier.

Features

• Easy Installation: It can be installed with just a few clicks, and it doesn't require any complex configuration.
• Multiple Programming Language Support: It supports various programming languages including PHP, Node.js, Python, Java, Go, and Ruby, making it versatile for different types of projects.
• Portable: The tool is a portable application, meaning you can carry your development environment with you on a USB drive and use it on any Windows PC.
• Quick Project Creation: With the app, you can create new projects with a single click, saving you time and effort.
• Virtual Hosts: It allows you to set up virtual hosts easily, enabling you to work on multiple projects simultaneously without conflicts.
• Database Management: It includes tools for managing databases such as MySQL, MariaDB, MongoDB, and PostgreSQL.
• SSL Support: It provides SSL support out of the box, allowing you to develop secure web applications locally.
• Git Integration: It comes with Git pre-installed, making it easy to version control your projects.

User Interface

The app features a clean and intuitive user interface that is easy to navigate. The main dashboard provides quick access to essential tools and settings, while project management features allow you to organize your projects efficiently.

Installation and Setup

Installing this tool is a breeze – simply download the installer from the official website or FileHorse and follow the on-screen instructions. Once installed, it will automatically configure your development environment, and you can start creating projects immediately.

How to Use

• After installing the app, launch the application from the Start menu.
• Click on the "Quick app" button to create a new project or select an existing project from the dashboard.
• It will automatically set up the necessary environment for your project, including installing dependencies and configuring virtual hosts.
• Start coding your project using your preferred text editor or IDE.
• Once you're done, you can deploy your project to a live server directly from Laragon.

FAQ

Can I use Laragon on macOS or Linux?
No, the program is currently only available for Windows.

Does Laragon support WordPress or other CMS platforms?
Yes, it supports popular CMS platforms like WordPress, Joomla, and Drupal.

Can I customize the PHP or Apache settings in Laragon?
Yes, it allows you to customize various settings through its configuration files.

Is Laragon suitable for large-scale projects?
While the software is primarily designed for local development, it can handle large-scale projects with ease.

Does Laragon require an internet connection to work?
No, the software is a fully offline development environment and does not require an internet connection once installed.

Alternatives

XAMPP: A popular open-source cross-platform web server solution stack package developed by Apache Friends, consisting mainly of the Apache HTTP Server, MariaDB database, and interpreters for scripts written in the PHP and Perl programming languages.

WampServer: A Windows web development environment. It allows you to create web applications with Apache2, PHP, and a MySQL database.

MAMP: A free, local server environment that can be installed under macOS and Windows with just a few clicks. MAMP provides all the tools you need to run WordPress on your desktop PC for testing or development purposes.

Docker: Docker is a containerization platform that allows you to create isolated environments for your web applications. It's a bit more complex to set up but offers excellent flexibility.

Pricing

The program is completely FREE to use, making it an affordable option for developers of all skill levels.

System Requirements

• Operating System: Windows 7/8/10/11
• Processor: 1 GHz or faster
• RAM: 512 MB or more
• Disk Space: 100 MB of free space

PROS

• Easy to install and use.
• Supports multiple programming languages.
• Portable and lightweight.
• Includes essential development tools out of the box.
• Actively maintained and updated.

CONS

• Only available for Windows.
• Limited to local development environments.
• Less customization options compared to some other solutions.