Env-Kit/envkit-releases

EnvKit — free local development environment for Windows & macOS: nginx/Apache, multiple PHP versions, MySQL/MariaDB, PostgreSQL, Redis, MongoDB, Mailpit, Node.js, trusted .test HTTPS, and a built-in MCP server for AI-assistant control. A Laragon/XAMPP/Herd alternative.

EnvKit – Local Development Stack (Windows & macOS)

What it is – A free, proprietary desktop application that bundles a full web‑development stack (web server, PHP, databases, Node, Python, Git, etc.) and lets you start, stop and configure those services from a single tray UI. It works on Windows 10/11 and Apple‑Silicon macOS, offering one‑click installs of nginx or Apache, multiple PHP versions, MySQL 8, MariaDB, PostgreSQL, Redis, MongoDB, Mailpit, and front‑end toolchains (React, Next.js, Angular, Vite, etc.).

Key features

  • All‑in‑one stack – services run as child processes, no Windows services or firewall changes.
  • Per‑site isolation – each site can use its own PHP version and Xdebug on demand.
  • Trusted local HTTPS – automatic .test domains signed by a local CA.
  • Built‑in Git panel – stage, commit, branch, push/pull directly from the UI.
  • AI‑driven control (MCP) – a local MCP server lets AI assistants (Claude, Cursor, VS Code, JetBrains, etc.) issue commands such as “start Redis” or “diagnose MySQL”.
  • Custom version installs – type any version of MySQL, Node, Python, etc., and EnvKit will download and set it up.
  • Import from Laragon – migrate existing Laragon projects and databases.
  • Self‑healing downloads – mirrored archives and automatic repair of corrupted manifests.
  • Auto‑updates – the app checks GitHub for new releases and updates itself.

How you get it – The repository hosts only release binaries and documentation; the source code is private. Download the Windows installer (EnvKit-Setup‑x.y.z.exe) or the macOS arm64 DMG from the Releases page, or run the one‑line curl script on macOS to install/update.

System impact – EnvKit adds its own folder to the user (or system) PATH, creates a local CA and a hosts entry per site, and adds Windows‑Defender exclusions for its own files. It does not replace existing installations of PHP, Node, or databases; it runs its own copies side‑by‑side.

Target audience – Web developers who want a hassle‑free, cross‑platform local environment comparable to Laragon, XAMPP or Laravel Herd, but with tighter integration, AI‑driven automation, and per‑project version control.

License & cost – Free to use, but proprietary (closed source). No paid tiers are required for any feature.

All details are taken directly from the README; no additional claims are made.

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